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Fine Art Print : The Rest on the Flight into Egypt, c. 1626. Creator: Guercino
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The Rest on the Flight into Egypt, c. 1626. Creator: Guercino
The Rest on the Flight into Egypt, c. 1626
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the captivating beauty of Guercino's masterpiece, "The Rest on the Flight into Egypt," from our Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection. Created in 1626, this exquisite work of art showcases Guercino's exceptional talent for capturing the human form and emotion. The scene depicts the Holy Family taking a brief rest during their journey to Egypt, with the serene expressions and tender interactions between the figures radiating a sense of peace and tranquility. Bring the timeless charm of this Renaissance masterpiece into your home or office space and elevate your surroundings with the authentic, museum-quality print from Media Storehouse.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 33.7cm (21" x 13.3")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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The Rest on the Flight into Egypt," a captivating masterpiece by the renowned Baroque artist Guercino, painted around 1626, offers a serene and poignant moment in the tumultuous journey of the Holy Family. The composition depicts the weary Mary Virgin, seated on a rocky outcropping, as she tenderly nurses her baby Jesus. Her husband, Joseph, rests nearby, leaning on his staff, while their donkey and a young ass graze peacefully in the background. This evocative drawing, rendered in brown ink, is a testament to Guercino's exceptional skill in capturing the human form and the delicate interplay of light and shadow. The artist's masterful use of color and contrast adds depth and dimension to the scene, transporting the viewer to a bygone era. The Rest on the Flight into Egypt is an illustration from the Matthews Gospel, which recounts the story of the Holy Family's escape to Egypt to escape the wrath of King Herod. This work is a rare and valuable addition to the vast artistic heritage of Christianity, and a testament to the enduring power of art to evoke emotion and inspire contemplation. This beautiful drawing is currently on exhibit at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., where it continues to captivate audiences and enrich our understanding of the artistic and cultural history of the 17th century. The figure of the Madonna and Child, surrounded by the gentle presence of animals and the tranquil landscape, invites us to reflect on the timeless themes of motherhood, love, and the divine.
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