The flight into Egypt, with the Holy Family in a boat 1730 - 1750

"The Flight into Egypt, with the Holy Family in a boat" is an etching by Italian artist Pietro Monaco, dating back to the mid-18th century. The work depicts the biblical story of the Holy Family fleeing to Egypt to escape King Herod's decree to kill all male infants. The scene features Joseph, Mary, and the baby Jesus aboard a boat, with an angel guiding them from above. Monaco's etching masterfully captures the drama and emotion of this pivotal event in Christian history, creating a powerful and moving image that has resonated with audiences for centuries. The work is currently held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.