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The Flight into Egypt

Sébastien Bourdon

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a detailed landscape with two figures and a donkey walking on a narrow wooden bridge. Nearby are two classical columns, one with a circular object on top. A winged figure is seen in motion nearby. In the background, there is rocky terrain, water reflecting light, buildings, structures, and mountains on the horizon. The sky is filled with clouds. The artwork is a monochromatic engraving with fine lines and shading.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
5039 × 3431 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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