Rest on the Flight into Egypt by Conrad Hillebrand

Rest on the Flight into Egypt before 1608

mechanical pen drawing

pen illustration

old engraving style

caricature

junji ito style

pen-ink sketch

limited contrast and shading

pen work

tattoo art

coloring book page

"Rest on the Flight into Egypt" is a 16th-century engraving by German artist Conrad Hillebrand, depicting the biblical event where the Holy Family rested during their journey to Egypt. The image is a mix of Renaissance and Mannerist styles, with the central scene of Mary and the Christ Child being framed by a decorative border. This border is filled with symbolic elements, including an astrological chart, architectural motifs, and a scene of Joseph leading the donkey. This detailed composition further enhances the devotional meaning of the work, highlighting the sacred journey and the divine presence.