Rest on the Flight into Egypt
early 1640s
Claude Lorrain was the master of making biblical scenes look like the ultimate vacation spot. In this peaceful Baroque landscape, the Holy Family takes a well-deserved break by a river, but the real star here is the breathtaking scenery. Notice how tiny Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus are compared to the towering trees and the sweeping view of the distant city and bridge? That was Claude's signature move—wrapping sacred stories inside dreamy, sun-drenched worlds that make you want to pack your bags and visit the 17th-century countryside.
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