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The Flight into Egypt
The Flight into Egypt is an oil painting by the Art Nouveau artist Josep Maria Tamburini i Dalmau. It dates from 1911 and is held in the collection of the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.
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Overview
The Flight into Egypt is a 1911 oil painting by Josep Maria Tamburini i Dalmau, a Catalan artist associated with Symbolism. It is held in the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a woman, likely the Virgin Mary, holding a dark-haired child, Jesus, surrounded by other figures and a large winged creature, possibly an angel, against a cloudy sky. The scene represents the biblical narrative of the Holy Family's flight into Egypt.
Technique & Style
Rendered in the Art Nouveau style, the work features soft, creamy whites and dramatic contrasts of light and shadow, creating a sense of depth and drama. The artist's use of oil paint allows for nuanced color and texture.
History & Provenance
Josep Maria Tamburini i Dalmau, born in Barcelona in 1856, created The Flight into Egypt in 1911. He died in Barcelona in 1932, leaving behind a body of work that reflects his association with Symbolism.
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Artist
Josep Maria Tamburini i Dalmau
Josep Maria Tamburini i Dalmau (4 December 1856, Barcelona – 1932, Barcelona) was a Catalan art critic and painter, in the Symbolist style.
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