Who painted The Flight into Egypt?

The Flight into Egypt was painted by German 15th Century in 1490.

Where can I see The Flight into Egypt?

The Flight into Egypt is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Flight into Egypt?

The Flight into Egypt is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

The Flight into Egypt

German 15th Century , 1490

The Flight into Egypt is an ink print by the Renaissance artist German 15th Century. It dates from 1490 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Flight into Egypt is a hand-colored woodcut print depicting a biblical scene.

Subject & Meaning

The image shows three figures on a grassy path: a man with a staff, a woman in a red robe carrying a baby, and a tree and yellow pole in the background against a blue sky. The scene represents the Holy Family's journey into Egypt.

Technique & Style

The print is characterized by rough, blocky lines and flat colors, resulting from the woodcut technique where the design is carved into wood and then colored by hand.