The Rest On The Flight Into Egypt With The Infant Saint John
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Annibale Carracci's The Rest On The Flight Into Egypt With The Infant Saint John into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
Bathed in golden light and pastoral serenity, Annibale Carracci's The Rest on the Flight into Egypt with the Infant Saint John (c. 1604) exemplifies Baroque emotional warmth fused with classical harmony. This luminous oil sketch captures a tender moment as the Holy Family pauses during their flight, joined unexpectedly by the young John the Baptist—an apocryphal detail that enriches the narrative. Carracci's loose, vibrant brushwork radiates spontaneity while maintaining compositional balance, reflecting his role in bridging Mannerist artifice and Baroque naturalism. As co-founder of the Bolognese School, his works like this preparatory bozzetto reveal the vigorous sketching process behind grand altarpieces, influencing generations from Rubens to Poussin. The painting’s intimate scale (approximately 42 × 30 cm) concentrates its emotional power, making it a jewel of Counter-Reformation art that balances divine grace with human tenderness.
For contemporary spaces, this masterpiece’s earthy ochres and celestial blues would harmonize beautifully in studies or sitting rooms with classic or transitional decor. Consider displaying it above a weathered oak console or a neoclassical secretary desk, where its golden tones can echo brass desk accessories or amber-toned glassware. The scene’s horizontal composition suits wider walls, ideally paired with warm-gray walls (like Farrow & Ball’s Cornforth White) to accentuate its luminosity. In minimalist offices, a gilded frame would amplify its Old Master gravitas, while a matte black frame could modernize it for loft spaces. Scale reproductions to about 24–36 inches wide to maintain visibility without overwhelming—its pastoral calm makes it ideal for meditation nooks or above a fireplace, creating a contemplative counterpoint to bustling modern life.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
