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The Rest on the Flight into Egypt, c. 1512-15 (oil on wood)
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The Rest on the Flight into Egypt, c. 1512-15 (oil on wood)
3614132 The Rest on the Flight into Egypt, c.1512-15 (oil on wood)
by David, Gerard (c.1460-1523); 50.8x43.2 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: This composition presents the Flight into Egypt as a continuous narrative. In a tiny background scene the Holy Family emerges from the forest, en route to the contemporary Netherlandish town at the left. In the foreground Mary nurses the Child in a moment of repose on their arduous journey, which the viewer is visually meant to follow.
); Netherlandish, out of copyright
Media ID 23007032
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Baby Jesus Breastfeeding Bruges Chiaroscuro Escape Feeding Fleeing Gospels Herod Holy Family Netherlandish Nursing Panel Persecution Virgin And Child Northern Renaissance
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This print showcases "The Rest on the Flight into Egypt" a masterpiece created by Gerard David between 1512 and 1515. The oil on wood composition measures 50.8x43.2 cm and is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, USA. David's artwork presents the Flight into Egypt as a continuous narrative, transporting viewers to a Netherlandish town depicted in the left corner of the painting. In this tiny background scene, we witness the Holy Family emerging from a lush forest, symbolizing their arduous journey. In the foreground, Mary tenderly nurses baby Jesus during a moment of repose amidst their escape from persecution. The viewer is visually guided through their challenging expedition as they follow this intimate scene. "The Rest on the Flight into Egypt" encompasses various themes such as saintliness, Christianity, religious devotion, and biblical storytelling. It beautifully captures both natural landscapes and human emotions within its intricate panel design. Gerard David's work reflects his mastery of chiaroscuro techniques commonly seen in Northern Renaissance paintings. This piece not only conveys religious significance but also highlights maternal love and care through Mary's act of breastfeeding her child. With its rich symbolism and meticulous attention to detail, this painting remains an enduring testament to David's skill as well as an important representation of art from Bruges during that era.
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