Horlogekast met de Heilige Familie rustend onderweg naar Egypte c. 1650 - 1676

This anonymous engraving from the 17th century shows a design for a clock case featuring the Holy Family during their flight to Egypt. The design includes the central image of the Holy Family surrounded by intricate decorative elements, which could have been applied to the clock case. The engraving exemplifies the popular artistic motif of the Holy Family's flight to Egypt, a biblical story that resonates with themes of protection and escape, which may have contributed to its popularity in decorative arts. The engraving itself can be considered a work of art, as it demonstrates the artist’s skill in creating a detailed and balanced composition.