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The Flight with Joseph in the Foreground

Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a scene with figures and a landscape viewed from a slightly elevated position. The horizon is low, intersecting with a distant ridge and a town or village in the background. The etching style features fine lines and intricate detailing in clothing, trees, and animals. The color palette is black and white, enhancing the depth and texture of the scene. Sheep are being herded on a path, followed by figures on donkeys, possibly a family. Trees frame the scene on the right.

Artwork Details

Date
1753
Medium
etching
Dimensions
4493 × 3416 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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