The Rest on the Flight into Egypt 1494

Hans Memling's triptych, "The Rest on the Flight into Egypt", created in 1494, depicts the biblical story of the Holy Family's journey to escape King Herod's persecution. The central panel showcases Mary and the infant Jesus resting on the flight. The left panel features a solitary figure of Saint John the Baptist, while the right panel portrays a kneeling woman holding an ointment pot. Memling's mastery of detail and subtle realism, characteristic of Early Netherlandish painting, is evident in the rich textures and landscapes. This triptych, now housed in the Louvre, Paris, exemplifies Memling's penchant for religious narratives and his skill in portraying emotions and devotion.