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Rest on the Flight into Egypt by Dosso Dossi

Rest on the Flight into Egypt

Dosso Dossi·1515

Historical Context

Dosso Dossi painted this Rest on the Flight into Egypt around 1515 for the Uffizi. Dosso's treatment of this traditional devotional subject transforms it into an occasion for his signature lush landscape and rich atmospheric effects, making the natural setting as important as the sacred figures. The 1510s were a decade of extraordinary artistic achievement across Europe, shaped by the mature works of Leonardo, Raphael, Michelangelo, and the Venetian masters.

Technical Analysis

The panel showcases Dosso's characteristic rich palette and atmospheric landscape painting, with the warm, saturated colors and mysterious lighting that make his works among the most visually sumptuous in North Italian Renaissance art.

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Uffizi Gallery

Florence, Italy

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Quick Facts

Medium
Tempera on panel
Dimensions
52 × 42.6 cm
Era
High Renaissance
Style
High Renaissance
Genre
Religious
Location
Uffizi Gallery, Florence
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