The rest on the flight to Egypt: lightly etched 1645

"The Rest on the Flight to Egypt: Lightly Etched" is a 1645 etching by Rembrandt van Rijn. This etching, part of the Rijksmuseum collection, depicts a resting Mary and Joseph on their flight to Egypt with the baby Jesus in Mary's arms. The delicately etched lines, typical of Rembrandt's style, capture the soft light and the quietude of the scene. The work's subtle detail and atmospheric qualities highlight the artist's mastery of printmaking.