The Flight Into Egypt c. 1630 - 1633

Editor: This is Claude Lorrain's "The Flight Into Egypt," an etching. It feels both intimate and epic, this small scene playing out against a vast landscape. What's your take on this work? Curator: Lorrain’s landscapes, even in these biblical scenes, were greatly influential in shaping public taste and the development of landscape painting. How do you think this print, circulating widely, might have impacted perceptions of the ideal pastoral setting, especially considering the political climate of 17th-century Europe? Editor: It's interesting to think about how art shapes our ideals, not just reflects them. Thanks! Curator: Indeed. By understanding the historical context, we can appreciate how Lorrain's work contributed to the construction of cultural values.