Holy Family (Repos pendant la fuite en Égypte) 1635
claudemellan
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
pencil drawn
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toned paper
light pencil work
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charcoal drawing
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portrait drawing
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Claude Mellan’s etching *Holy Family (Repos pendant la fuite en Égypte)*, dated 1635, depicts the Holy Family during their flight to Egypt. The scene is set in a rustic landscape, with the figures positioned near a stone wall and a goat grazing in the background. The meticulous detail and use of cross-hatching techniques are characteristic of Mellan's style, creating a sense of depth and realism. The composition is balanced and harmonious, with the Virgin Mary gently holding the Christ Child and St. Joseph kneeling in the background. This work highlights the renowned engraver's skill in capturing the essence of religious narratives with exceptional clarity and technical mastery.
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