1525
unspecified
From the collection of National Gallery of Canada
The Rest on The Flight into Egypt is a 1525 unspecified by Vincenzo Catena, a Early Baroque Italian work, depicting Holy Family, held at National Gallery of Canada.
This painting depicts a serene scene of the Holy Family in a natural setting. Mary, dressed in a blue robe and a red top, sits on the left, gently holding the baby Jesus. Joseph, wearing a purple robe and tan pants, sits on the right, with a red cape draped over his shoulders. In the background, a tranquil landscape unfolds, featuring trees, a body of water, and distant mountains. A notable detail in the painting is the gentle interaction between Mary and the baby Jesus, which conveys a sense of warmth and intimacy. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of balance and harmony in the scene. To explore more works by this artist, look up Vincenzo Catena.
Vincenzo Catena (c. 1480–1531) was an Italian painter of the Renaissance Venetian school. He is also known as Vincenzo de Biagio.
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