Rust tijdens de vlucht naar Egypte 1626 - 1665

"Rust tijdens de vlucht naar Egypte" (Rest during the Flight into Egypt) is an etching by Michel Dorigny, a French artist who lived from 1616 to 1665. This particular print dates from between 1626 and 1665. The scene depicts the biblical narrative of the Holy Family resting during their flight to Egypt. The composition features a kneeling angel offering a fruit to the Virgin Mary, who is seated with the infant Jesus. Joseph stands behind Mary, while the landscape behind them stretches out into the distance. The print is notable for its detailed rendering of the figures and the landscape, as well as its dramatic use of light and shadow. Dorigny's work draws inspiration from the Baroque style, with its emphasis on dynamism and theatricality. The print's detailed treatment of the subject matter suggests an intended audience of devout viewers, highlighting the importance of the Holy Family's journey in Christian tradition.