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Rest on the Flight into Egypt (Madonna with Partridges)
Rest on the Flight into Egypt (Madonna with Partridges) is an oil painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Anthony van Dyck. It dates from 1632 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum.
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Overview
Rest on the Flight into Egypt (Madonna with Partridges) is a 1632 oil painting by Anthony van Dyck, depicting a serene moment from a biblical narrative. The work showcases van Dyck's Flemish Baroque style, characterized by expressive use of light and emotive figures.
Subject & Meaning
The painting illustrates the Virgin Mary's rest during the Flight into Egypt, a frequently depicted Baroque religious theme. The scene conveys tranquility and divine grace through Mary's calm demeanor, juxtaposed with the lively antics of surrounding cherubs.
Technique & Style
Van Dyck employs chiaroscuro to create a sense of depth and glow, with soft, luminous skin tones contrasting against the dark, leafy tree backdrop. The composition balances serene and dynamic elements, reflecting van Dyck's training under Peter Paul Rubens.
History & Provenance
Created in 1632, the painting is part of the State Hermitage Museum's collection. Van Dyck, a Flemish artist who later became England's leading court painter, was a master in the Guild of Saint Luke by 1617.
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Artist
Sir Anthony van Dyck (; Dutch: Antoon van Dijck ; 22 March 1599 – 9 December 1641) was a Flemish Baroque artist, who became the leading court painter in England after success in the Spanish Netherlands and Italy.
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