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The Holy Family in Egypt
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The Holy Family in Egypt

Albrecht Dürer · 1500 - 1504 · letterpress printing; houtsnede; paper

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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Mary sits spinning in front of a ruined building alongside some angels, rocking the cradle in which the Christ Child lies with her foot. Behind her, Joseph works at a trough, assisted by putti. Latin text printed on the verso. This print is part of a series of 20 prints, consisting of a title print and 19 prints with scenes from the life of Mary.

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Credit lineDe Heilige Familie in Egypte. 1500 - 1504. Albrecht Dürer. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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