The Rest on the Flight into Egypt

Paul Troger

National Gallery of Art

The image shows three main figures and part of a fourth being in a dynamic and illustrated setting. There is a woman with a serene expression wearing a head covering, seated or partially reclining, holding an infant child. The child has curly hair and a slightly turned body. To the right, the back of a male figure is visible, with curly hair and possibly a beard, appearing to write or sketch. Above them, a small winged figure with curly hair is seen amidst cloud designs. The background is detailed with clouds and lines, giving a sense of depth and sky.