The Flight into Egypt - Mousepad
The Flight into Egypt - Mousepad
The Flight into Egypt by Adam Elsheimer is a masterful depiction of the Holy Family's journey to Egypt, a narrative rooted in the Gospel of Matthew. Elsheimer, a German Baroque painter, skillfully captures the essence of this biblical episode. The painting exudes a sense of divine protection as Joseph, Mary, and the infant Jesus seek refuge in Egypt to escape King Herod's massacre of infants. Elsheimer employs a chiaroscuro technique to illuminate the holy trio amidst the shadowy landscape, symbolizing the divine light guiding their path. Catholic elements are subtly interwoven, emphasizing the sacred nature of the journey and the family's unwavering faith in God's providence. This artwork stands as a testament to Elsheimer's ability to convey religious narratives with profound spirituality and depth, resonating with the Catholic tradition's reverence for the sacred events depicted in the biblical narrative.
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12" × 18" |
12" × 22" |
15.5" × 31" |
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Width, in |
17.99 |
21.99 |
31.30 |
Height, in |
12.00 |
12.00 |
15.50 |
Thickness, in |
0.12 |
0.12 |
0.12 |