The Rest on the Flight (1750–1753)
Technique: Giclée quality print
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Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo's etching, "The Rest on the Flight," thought to be created between 1750 and 1753, portrays a serene yet poignant moment in the Biblical narrative of the Holy Family's flight into Egypt. This artwork captures the family in a moment of repose during their arduous journey to escape the wrath of King Herod.In the etching, the Virgin Mary, gently cradling the Christ Child, appears weary yet vigilant. Seated beside her, Joseph looks towards the heavens, possibly in prayer or contemplation of their plight. The intricate detail of the dense foliage that envelops them suggests a hidden, almost secret place of rest, providing shelter and a momentary escape from their troubles. A donkey, indispensable to their long journey and part of many traditional depictions of this story, is also seen resting, further emphasizing the theme of momentary peace amidst turmoil.This etching is a fine example of Tiepolo's skill in creating depth and texture using the etching medium, conveying not just a scene but an atmosphere charged with divine protection and mortal exhaustion.
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Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo (August 30, 1727 – March 3, 1804) was an Italian painter and printmaker in etching. He was the son of artist Giovanni Battista Tiepolo and elder brother of Lorenzo Baldissera Tiepolo.