Paneel met afbeelding van Vlucht naar Egypte c. 1655 - 1657

"Paneel met afbeelding van Vlucht naar Egypte" is an etching by Jean Lepautre, created between 1655 and 1657. The print depicts a scene from the Biblical story of the Flight into Egypt, where Joseph, Mary, and the baby Jesus flee to Egypt to escape King Herod. The artwork is framed with a decorative border, featuring intricate designs and cherubs. Lepautre, a renowned French artist, was known for his detailed drawings and engravings, often incorporating baroque elements into his work. This print exemplifies his mastery of line and composition, highlighting the narrative through the use of light and shadow. This intricate composition and the religious subject matter make this artwork a fine example of French art in the mid-17th century.