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The Flight into Egypt: a Night Piece

Rembrandt van Rijn

National Gallery of Art

The image shows two individuals in an outdoor setting. One person is walking beside a donkey while holding a lantern, lighting the path ahead. The person has a beard and is wearing headwear and a long robe. The second person is sitting on the donkey, covered in layers of cloth. The donkey is carrying loads on each side. The background is dark, emphasizing the illuminated circle from the lantern.

Artwork Details

Date
1651
Medium
etching, burin and drypoint on yellowish paper
Dimensions
3533 × 4133 px
Public Domain
Yes
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