The Rest on the Flight into Egypt

Simone Cantarini

Associated Names
Simone Cantarini

Artist, Pesarese, 1612 - 1648

The image shows figures in a natural setting. There are various people gathered in a lush foliage-filled landscape. In the center, an adult figure holds a child on their lap, while another older figure seems to be conversing nearby. On the left, an angelic figure with wings raises their arms towards a palm tree. The background features detailed depictions of tree branches and clouds in the sky. The image is intricately drawn with fine lines.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1971.37.7

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Bartsch, no. 5, State only

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1802

  • Bartsch, Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna, 1802-1821: Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna: J.V. Degen, 1802-1821.

Wikidata ID

Q65512062

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