The Flight into Egypt 1682 - 1719

Christoph Ludwig Agricola's "The Flight into Egypt" (1682-1719), currently housed at the Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts the biblical story of Mary, Joseph, and the infant Jesus fleeing to Egypt to escape King Herod's massacre of the innocents. The painting features a dramatic landscape with a large tree dominating the composition, while Mary and Joseph are depicted on a donkey in the foreground, traveling through a rocky and wooded terrain. The figures are small against the expansive landscape, emphasizing their vulnerability and the urgency of their journey. The muted colors and atmospheric perspective contribute to the sense of drama and foreboding.