The Rest on the Flight into Egypt
c. 1510
Mary takes a much-needed break during the family's escape to Egypt, sitting gracefully in a lush, detailed landscape that feels more like a Flemish countryside than the Middle East. Notice the sleeping Joseph in the background and the donkey grazing nearby—Gerard David packed this serene scene with tiny, realistic details, from the woven basket to the distant castle. This peaceful moment contrasts sharply with the dangerous journey they were actually on, turning a biblical story into a calm, everyday picnic scene.
- Technique
- Oil on panel
Location: National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C.
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