The Flight Out of Egypt 1850

Richard Dadd's "The Flight Out of Egypt," painted in 1850, depicts the biblical story of the Holy Family's escape from King Herod. The painting features a large crowd of people in a desert setting, with palm trees and tents in the background. The composition is detailed and intricate, with figures arranged in a dynamic and chaotic manner. The artist employs a bright palette of colors, including yellows, oranges, and blues, to create a sense of vibrancy and movement. The work is considered a significant example of Pre-Raphaelite painting, a style that emphasized meticulous detail and a romantic vision of the past.