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Rest on the Flight into Egypt
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The Art Institute of Chicago

Rest on the Flight into Egypt

Etching printed in reddish brown on paperBartolomeo Biscaino Italian, before 1629-1657/n.d.

Description

This tender scene depicts the Holy Family resting, while an angel picks fruit from a tree for the Virgin. The elegance of the twisting, attenuated figures reflects the influence of Biscaino's teacher, Valerio Gastello, but it also recalls the Mannerist etching style of Parmigianino.

Dimensions

18.7 × 24.7 cm (7 3/8 × 9 3/4 in.)

Movement / Period

Baroque

Accession No

89

Official Citations

[The Art Institute of Chicago Official Record][Full Resolution Image]
Curatorial Affinity Stream

Continuing the Universe of Bartolomeo Biscaino Italian, before 1629-1657

Baroque • Italy • Harmonious Works & Contemporaries