Who painted Rest during the flight to Egypt?

Rest during the flight to Egypt was painted by Adriaen van Stalbemt in 1605.

Where can I see Rest during the flight to Egypt?

Rest during the flight to Egypt is held by National Museum in Warsaw.

What movement is Rest during the flight to Egypt?

Rest during the flight to Egypt is associated with Flemish Baroque painting.

Artwork

Rest during the flight to Egypt

Adriaen van Stalbemt , 1605

Rest during the flight to Egypt is an oil painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Adriaen van Stalbemt. It dates from 1605 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw.

About this work

Overview

Rest during the flight to Egypt is a 1605 oil painting by Adriaen van Stalbemt, a Flemish Baroque artist known for landscapes and religious scenes. The work captures a serene moment from a biblical narrative.

Subject & Meaning

The painting illustrates a pause in the Holy Family's journey to Egypt, depicting Mary, Joseph, and the infant Jesus resting by a riverbank. The scene conveys a sense of tranquility and repose, underscored by the figures' calm postures and the natural surroundings.

Technique & Style

Van Stalbemt employs chiaroscuro, contrasting deep shadows (under the bridge and tree) with lighter elements (the sky), to create a peaceful atmosphere. The composition balances figural elements with a detailed, idyllic landscape, characteristic of Flemish Baroque's attention to both religious and natural themes.

History & Provenance

Created in 1605, this painting reflects van Stalbemt's collaborative approach, though no specific co-artists are noted for this work. It exemplifies his role in the Flemish Baroque movement, blending religious subjects with meticulous landscape painting.

Context

Within the Flemish Baroque, van Stalbemt's work sits alongside other artists who emphasized emotional depth and naturalistic settings in religious scenes. This piece, with its focus on a quiet moment, highlights the movement's ability to convey intimacy and serenity.

Artist & collection

Artist

Adriaen van Stalbemt

Adriaen or Adriaan van Stalbemt or Adriaen van Stalbempt (12 June 1580 – 21 September 1662) was a Flemish painter and printmaker who is known for his landscapes with religious, mythological and allegorical scenes.