The Rest on the Flight into Egypt

About this work

This print shows a busy scene with lots of people and creatures. In the center, a woman holds a baby while a man stands behind her, touching her shoulder. Around them, angels float with musical instruments, and a crocodile lurks in the water below. The background has a small town and hills, while the figures have flowing clothes and dramatic poses. Notice how the artist used fine lines to create shadows and depth—this is called cross-hatching. The mix of humans, angels, and animals suggests a story with deeper meaning. Want to see more like this? Look up engraving to learn how artists carve images into metal plates.