Engel waarschuwt Jozef naar Egypte te vluchten 1626 - 1657

This etching by French Baroque artist Sebastien Bourdon, titled "Engel waarschuwt Jozef naar Egypte te vluchten" (Angel warns Joseph to flee to Egypt), depicts the biblical story of the flight of the Holy Family. The scene portrays an angel warning Joseph of Herod's plan to kill the infant Jesus, urging them to escape to Egypt. Bourdon's intricate style, characterized by detailed figures and dramatic lighting, is evident in this work, executed between 1626 and 1657. The composition is focused on the figures, with a landscape backdrop adding depth to the scene. The etching, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a compelling portrayal of a crucial moment in Christian narrative, highlighting the divine intervention and the family's desperate flight.