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The Flight into Egypt: Altered from Seghers, by Rembrandt, ink, 1653

The Flight into Egypt: Altered from Seghers

Rembrandt

1653

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

The Flight into Egypt: Altered from Seghers is a 1653 ink by Rembrandt, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Rembrandt
When & what style?
1653 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting depicts a serene landscape with a winding path that leads to a distant village. The scene is set against a backdrop of lush trees and rolling hills, with a few figures visible in the distance. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer's eye into the tranquil scene. The overall mood is one of peace and contemplation, inviting the viewer to step into the idyllic world depicted. The painting's use of etching, drypoint, and aquatint techniques adds a level of texture and nuance to the image, enhancing the overall effect. To learn more about the artist behind this work, explore the art of Rembrandt van Rijn.

About the artist

Portrait of Rembrandt
Artist

Rembrandt

Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn (15 July 1606 – 4 October 1669), known mononymously as Rembrandt, was a Dutch Golden Age painter, printmaker, and draughtsman.

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