Heilige familie in Egypte 1629 - 1740

"Heilige familie in Egypte" is an etching created by Christoffel van (II) Sichem sometime between 1629 and 1740. This small-scale print, measuring just 100 mm by 72 mm, depicts the Holy Family fleeing to Egypt, a scene from the biblical story of the nativity. Sichem's detailed depiction of the biblical narrative, along with the emphasis on the Holy Family’s humble state, likely aimed to inspire viewers with a devotional understanding of the scene. This etching, now held in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Sichem's artistic skills and the enduring power of religious imagery.