Die Ruhe auf der Flucht nach Ägypten

drawing, red-chalk, paper

drawing

toned paper

light pencil work

red-chalk

pencil sketch

paper

pencil drawing

ink drawing experimentation

coffee painting

pen-ink sketch

13_16th-century

portrait drawing

pencil work

watercolour illustration

"Die Ruhe auf der Flucht nach Ägypten" (Rest on the Flight into Egypt) is a red chalk drawing by Italian Baroque artist Camillo Procaccini. The drawing depicts the biblical scene of the Holy Family's rest during their flight into Egypt, showing Joseph, Mary, and the infant Jesus in a landscape setting. Procaccini, known for his dramatic compositions and expressive figures, captures the moment of peaceful repose amidst the journey's hardships. This drawing is a study for a larger painting, showcasing the artist's preparatory process and artistic mastery. It is part of the Städel Museum's collection and offers a glimpse into the artistic practice of one of the most significant figures of the Italian Baroque period.