Rest on the Flight into Egypt

Bartolomeo Biscaino

Created:
Movement:
n.d.
Baroque
key Notes:
Baroque dynamism; Sacred family tableau.
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Dimensions:
18.7 × 24.7 cm (7 3/8 × 9 3/4 in.)
medium:
Etching printed in reddish brown on paper
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:

"Rest on the Flight into Egypt" by Bartolomeo Biscaino depicts the biblical episode where the Holy Family pauses during their escape to Egypt, a common theme in Christian art symbolizing divine protection and refuge. Biscaino, an Italian Baroque painter, is known for his dynamic compositions and use of chiaroscuro, which are evident in this work, reflecting the influence of his Genoese contemporaries and the broader Baroque movement.

Description of the work:

"Rest on the Flight into Egypt" by Bartolomeo Biscaino is an etching printed in reddish brown, depicting the Holy Family in a moment of repose during their biblical journey. The composition is characterized by its delicate line work and the serene expressions of the figures, set against a backdrop that suggests a tranquil, natural landscape.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Rest on the Flight into Egypt