Description
Domenichino's Landscape with the Flight into Egypt painting is a masterpiece of Italian Baroque art of the 17th century. The work is a small oil on canvas, with original dimensions of 26 x 35 cm, which represents a biblical scene of the flight of the Holy Family to Egypt.
One of the most interesting aspects of this painting is its artistic style, which combines Renaissance and Baroque elements. Domenichino uses a smooth and detailed painting technique reminiscent of the Renaissance masters, but also adds dramatic and emotional elements of the Baroque.
The composition of the work is very careful and balanced, with a harmonious arrangement of the natural and architectural elements that surround the Sagrada Família. The landscape is a fundamental element of the work, and Domenichino represents it with great realism and detail, showing a great variety of plants, trees, rocks and rivers.
Color is another prominent aspect of the painting, with a rich and vibrant palette reflecting the beauty and diversity of nature. Green, brown and blue tones predominate in the work, creating a serene and calm atmosphere.
The history of the painting is also fascinating. The work was commissioned by Cardinal Pietro Aldobrandini in 1604, and it remained in his private collection for more than two centuries. In the 19th century, the painting was acquired by the Louvre Museum in Paris, where it is currently located.
Finally, a little known aspect of the work is its relationship with astrology. Domenichino included in the painting a series of astrological symbols, such as the constellation Leo and the zodiac sign Virgo, which are related to the date of birth of Cardinal Aldobrandini. This connection between painting and astrology shows the importance that this discipline had in Renaissance and Baroque culture.