The Rest on the Flight into Egypt
Tavella, Carlo Antonio · Italian
c. 1720
- Medium
- pen and brown ink and brush and brown wash, heightened with white, on laid paper
- Classification
- Drawing
- Period
- 1701 to 1725
- Image size
- 3136 × 4096px
Description
The image shows a pastoral scene with figures and a landscape. It is viewed from a slightly elevated perspective, showing the horizon towards the upper part, with a structure in the distance. A group of figures, including a seated man, woman, and child, are depicted in the foreground. The sunlight illuminates them. The brushstrokes are expressive and fluid, with a textured style. The color palette includes earthy browns and whites. A donkey is grazing in the distance, contributing to the rural atmosphere. The artwork presents a balance between figures and nature, capturing a tranquil moment.
Rights & Source
Open access image from the National Gallery of Art, released under its open access program. Metadata via the NGA Open Data Program (CC0).