The Rest on the Flight into Egypt, or The Miracle of the Palm Tree

Simone Cantarini

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a drawing of three full figures in seated positions. The central figure is a woman holding a small child on her lap, while an older man sits slightly behind her. The woman's facial features are gently drawn with downturned eyes and subtle expressions, and her hair is tucked under a veil or cap. She wears a flowing garment. The man has a bald head, a beard, and a kind expression, dressed in a long robe. The baby reaches upwards. Two small cherubs or putti are floating around them. The background features sketched clouds and a landscape hint for depth perception. No visible objects or jewelry are included in the illustration.