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Virgin and Child Resting during the Flight into Egypt, c1500s. Creator: Joachim Patinir
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Virgin and Child Resting during the Flight into Egypt, c1500s. Creator: Joachim Patinir
Virgin and Child Resting during the Flight into Egypt, c1500s
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1500s Biblical Scene Flanders Belgium Europe Flight Into Egypt Joachim De Patinir Joachim Patenier Joachim Paterie Joachim Patinier Joachim Patinir Madonna And Child Matthew Matthews Gospel Northern Renaissance Parent Religious Art Rest Resting Roadside Thoroughfare Wayside Infancy Infant National Museum Sweden Nationalmuseum Sweden Stockholm National Museum Virgin And Child
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This exquisite 16th century oil painting, titled "Virgin and Child Resting during the Flight into Egypt" by Joachim Patinir, captures a serene moment from the New Testament's infancy narrative. The scene depicts the Virgin Mary and the infant Jesus taking a brief respite amidst the rugged Flemish countryside during their journey to Egypt to escape King Herod's decree to kill all male infants. Patinir masterfully employs a landscape setting, with the Madonna and Child resting at the edge of a rocky cliff overlooking a verdant valley. The peaceful scene is populated with figures, including two boys playing in the foreground, and a shepherd in the distance tending to his flock. The natural beauty of the landscape is juxtaposed with the spiritual significance of the biblical narrative. This painting is a prime example of the Northern Renaissance style, characterized by its meticulous attention to detail and use of oil on panel. The muted color palette and intricate brushwork create a sense of depth and realism, transporting the viewer to the idyllic world of the painting. The painting is a cherished masterpiece in the collection of the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, Sweden, and is a testament to the enduring legacy of Joachim Patinir and the rich artistic heritage of Flanders, Belgium in Europe. The painting continues to captivate audiences with its beautiful depiction of the Madonna and Child, and the peaceful scene of family and motherhood amidst the natural world.
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