1550
oil
panel
From the collection of Philadelphia Museum of Art
Rest on the Flight into Egypt is a 1550 oil by Joachim Patinir, a Northern Renaissance work, held at Philadelphia Museum of Art.
This painting shows a serene scene of Mary and Jesus resting under a tree, with a small village and a body of water in the background. The sky is a soft blue with a few clouds, and the overall atmosphere is peaceful. In the foreground, Mary is sitting on a rock, holding Jesus in her lap. She is wearing a long white robe, and Jesus is dressed in a dark tunic. The tree behind them provides shade, and a few animals are grazing in the distance. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figures. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the intricate folds of Mary's robe and the gentle expression on Jesus' face. To learn more about the techniques used in this painting, explore the art of chiaroscuro.
Joachim Patinir, also called Patenier, was a Flemish Renaissance painter of history and landscape subjects.
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