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Rest on the Flight into Egypt
Rest on the Flight into Egypt is an oil painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Gerard David. It dates from 1515 and is held in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.
About this work
Gerard David painted *Rest on the Flight into Egypt* around 1515. It’s an oil painting, not a fresco or sketch. The scene shows Mary resting with the baby Jesus during their escape to Egypt.
This is one of several versions David made on the same theme. Other museums own similar works by him, too.
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Overview
Rest on the Flight into Egypt is an oil painting created by Gerard David, an Early Netherlandish painter, circa 1515. It is currently housed at the Royal Museum of Fine Arts in Antwerp.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a pivotal moment from Christian scripture: Mary and the infant Jesus resting during their flight to Egypt, a narrative from the Gospel of Matthew.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil paint, the work showcases David's characteristic approach to the medium, distinguishing it from other artistic forms like fresco or sketchwork.
History & Provenance
Part of a series by David on the same theme, this piece is one of several versions; similar works by the artist are found in collections in Madrid, Washington, New York, and Rotterdam.
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Artist
Gerard David (c. 1460 – 13 August 1523) was an Early Netherlandish painter and manuscript illuminator known for his brilliant use of color. Only a bare outline of his life survives, although some facts are known. He may…
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