Italian Oil On Board “Il Riposo durante la fuga in Egitto” By Bettina Bartholome
Titled “Il Riposo durante la fuga in Egitto” this exceptional oil on board by Italian artist Bettina Bartholome exhibits rich colors and exquisite realism. Translating to “Rest during the Flight into Egypt” the work recreates the famed 16th century depiction by Federico Barocci’s depicton of the biblical tale of the Holy Family’s flee from Bethlehem and flight into Egypt.
The painting resides in a delicately carved and gilt wood frame.
14-1/2″ High x 13″ Wide
Circa 1880