Vlucht naar Egypte c. 1550 - 1650

This anonymous etching, "Vlucht naar Egypte", depicts a scene from the biblical story of the Holy Family's escape to Egypt. The landscape is dominated by rolling hills, a river winding through the valley, and a distant town. In the foreground, Mary, Joseph and the baby Jesus are seen on their journey, emphasizing the human experience of the biblical event. This 17th-century print was a popular genre, reflecting the devotional nature of art in this period. This particular etching is part of the collection at the Rijksmuseum, highlighting the importance of these artistic representations of biblical tales within Dutch art.