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Landscape with the Scene of the Flight to Egypt

Unknown

1650

oil

panel

From the collection of National Museum in Kraków

Early Baroque Italian Baroque Landscape

Dominant colour

Landscape with the Scene of the Flight to Egypt is a 1650 oil by Unknown, a Early Baroque Italian work, held at National Museum in Kraków.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1650 · Early Baroque Italian
Where can I see it?: National Museum in Kraków

About this work

This painting shows a serene landscape with a river flowing through it. On the left, a small boat with a sail is visible, while on the right, a group of people are gathered near the water's edge. The scene is set against a backdrop of lush greenery and cloudy skies. In the foreground, the people are engaged in various activities, including fishing. The artist has used a range of colors to depict the scene, from the muted tones of the river to the vibrant greens of the foliage. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. To learn more about this technique, explore the world of chiaroscuro.