Repose in Egypt, Mary nursing the infant Christ while an angel pulls at tree branches 1634 - 1644

Simone Cantarini's "Repose in Egypt" is a 17th century pen and ink drawing that depicts the biblical scene of the Holy Family resting after their flight into Egypt. Mary, with the infant Christ in her arms, is shown reclining against a tree, while an angel pulls down branches from the tree overhead to shade them. The drawing, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, demonstrates Cantarini's mastery of line and light, showcasing the artist’s skill in creating a sense of depth and movement within a small, delicate format.