Flight into Egypt (Fuga deiparae in Aegyptum) from The Large Landscapes 1550 - 1560

"Flight into Egypt (Fuga deiparae in Aegyptum) from The Large Landscapes," an etching by Johannes van Doetecum I, depicts a scene of the Holy Family's journey to Egypt. Created between 1550 and 1560, the work showcases the artist's mastery of depicting landscape and detail. The scene, viewed from a high vantage point, features a winding river snaking through a lush forest, with a distant city and a towering castle in the background. The composition emphasizes the journey's arduous nature, yet the delicate details, such as the foliage and the figures of the Holy Family, suggest a sense of tranquility and divine protection. The etching, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases Doetecum's artistic talent and his ability to capture the narrative of biblical events within a captivating landscape.