Artwork
The Rest on the Flight into Egypt
The Rest on the Flight into Egypt is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1524 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
The Rest on the Flight into Egypt, circa 1524, is a painting by 3360_person, currently housed at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
Depicting a serene moment from the biblical narrative, the painting shows the Virgin Mary sitting calmly on lush green grass, cradling the infant Jesus, while Joseph tends to a horse in the background, set against a backdrop of rolling hills, tall trees, and a distant town.
Technique & Style
Characterized by vibrant colors, notably the deep red of Mary's skirt and the bright green of the natural surroundings, the work exhibits a strong use of color. The overall mood is one of tranquility, with the subjects' relaxed poses contributing to the peaceful atmosphere.
History & Provenance
Created around 1524 by 3360_person, the painting's history prior to its current residence at the Museum of Ethnography is not detailed here.
Context
While the artist's use of light is notable, for deeper insight into the artistic technique of using light and shadow, the broader artistic movement of chiaroscuro is relevant.
Artist & collection
Domestic Scene
Giacomo and Cardinal Marco, investing Andrea, Abbot of San Zeno, with his Benefice
The Nymph of Fontainebleau
Portrait of a Woman
Madonna and Child with Saints in the Enclosed Garden
Venus and Minerva
Family Group of Four on Sofa
Wall painting from Room H of the Villa of P. Fannius Synistor at Boscoreale
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Virgin and Child
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Madonna and Child with Saint John the Baptist
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