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Noli me tangere, 1914. Creator: Girieud, Pierre Paul (1876-1948)
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Noli me tangere, 1914. Creator: Girieud, Pierre Paul (1876-1948)
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Noli me tangere,
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or "Do Not Touch Me," is a captivating oil on canvas painting created by French artist Pierre Paul Girieud in 1914. This masterpiece, currently held in a private collection, is a stunning representation of an allegorical scene drawn from Greek mythology. The title of the painting is derived from the biblical story of Saint Mary Magdalene's encounter with the resurrected Christ, who implores her not to touch him. However, in Girieud's interpretation, the scene is transformed into an erotic tableau, drawing parallels between the biblical narrative and the myth of Leda and the Swan. In the painting, a voluptuous nude woman lies on a bed of roses, her body contorted in a sensual pose. Above her hovers a swan, its graceful form suggesting the god Zeus in disguise, who had seduced Leda in this very form. The woman's expression is one of both surprise and desire, her eyes closed in ecstasy as she reaches out to touch the bird. The painting's title, "Noli me tangere," seems almost ironic in this context, as the woman's longing to touch the swan is a testament to the power of desire and the human impulse to reach out and connect with the divine. Girieud's use of rich, vibrant colors and bold brushstrokes imbues the painting with a sense of energy and vitality, while the intricate details of the woman's body and the swan's feathers showcase the artist's mastery of the medium. This stunning work of modern art is a testament to the enduring power of mythology and the human desire for connection, both physical and spiritual.
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