The Flight into Egypt by Bartolomé Esteban Murillo. A classical painting depicting the Virgin Mary and the infant Jesus on a donkey, led through an atmospheric landscape by Saint Joseph.

The Flight into Egypt

Bartolomé Esteban Murillo

1650 · Medium Not Listed

A tender Baroque masterpiece depicting the Holy Family's journey, rendered with Murillo's signature warmth and luminous light.

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Where it works

A grounded artwork with confident presence with warm, lived-in color — supports a polished room with depth.

Often works in
Living Room · Study · Bedroom
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Strongest where a vertical wall can take more presence
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Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
Color notes
Charcoal black, Olive green, Soft gray

About the piece

Created around 1650 by the celebrated Spanish master Bartolomé Esteban Murillo, this painting captures the poignant journey of the Holy Family. The scene is illuminated with a soft, naturalistic light that emphasizes the gentle bond between mother and child, while Saint Joseph leads them through a quiet, darkening landscape. Murillo’s expertise in capturing human emotion and rich textile textures makes this a hallmark of Baroque devotional art.