Rust tijdens de vlucht naar Egypte 1626 - 1665

Michel Dorigny created this print, "Rest on the Flight to Egypt," sometime in the 17th century using etching techniques. Here, the artist incised lines into a metal plate, which was then inked and pressed onto paper. What is striking is how the graphic language communicates a sense of depth and texture. Look closely, and you’ll see the delicate lines creating shading and form, giving the scene a rich, almost painterly quality. The angel’s wings and the folds of Mary’s robes are particularly evocative. The entire composition is dependent on the artist's skill in manipulating the etching tools and understanding the properties of the metal plate. Dorigny's mastery of line and tone transforms a relatively simple process into a sophisticated artistic statement. This elevation of a craft-based medium to fine art status challenges conventional hierarchies, reminding us that artistic merit lies not in the materials themselves, but in the skill and vision of the artist.