Rest on the Flight into Egypt

Artist: Joachim Patinir
Artwork: Rest on the Flight into Egypt
Description: The Rest on the Flight into Egypt is a popular subject in Christian art, depicting the Holy Family resting during their flight from Herod’s persecution. In this painting, Joachim Patinir has placed the figures in a tranquil landscape, with a ruined castle in the background. The Virgin Mary is shown nursing the infant Jesus, while Joseph stands nearby. The painting is full of symbolism, with the ruined castle representing the fall of Jerusalem and the flight into Egypt representing the journey of the Holy Family to safety.
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