The Art Institute of Chicago
Rest on the Flight into Egypt
Description
This tender scene depicts the Holy Family resting, while an angel picks fruit from a tree for the Virgin. The elegance of the twisting, attenuated figures reflects the influence of Biscaino's teacher, Valerio Gastello, but it also recalls the Mannerist etching style of Parmigianino.
Dimensions
18.7 × 24.7 cm (7 3/8 × 9 3/4 in.)
Movement / Period
Accession No
89
Official Citations
Curatorial Affinity Stream
Continuing the Universe of Bartolomeo Biscaino Italian, before 1629-1657
Baroque • Italy • Harmonious Works & Contemporaries
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