{"product_id":"repose-in-egypt-antonio-perfetti","title":"Repose in Egypt - Antonio Perfetti","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 19th-century engraving by Antonio Perfetti, depicting the Holy Family in a classical, serene interpretation of the Repose in Egypt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Antonio Perfetti depicts the biblical scene of the Holy Family during their flight into Egypt. Perfetti, a skilled Italian engraver, translated the original composition by Pietro da Cortona into a monochromatic medium with technical precision. The scene shows the Virgin Mary, the Christ Child, and Saint Joseph resting near a stone structure. They are attended by two angels who offer sustenance, while a donkey and an elephant occupy the background, adding an exotic touch to the narrative. \n\nThe composition follows the conventions of the period, balancing the figures within a structured, classical arrangement. Perfetti employs a range of tonal values to define the drapery of the garments, the soft forms of the figures, and the textures of the surrounding environment. The inclusion of Latin text and a coat of arms at the base indicates the print was produced as a formal commission or a presentation piece for a patron. \n\nAs an engraver, Perfetti was known for his ability to replicate the nuances of painting through the use of line and cross-hatching. This work demonstrates his command over the burin, creating smooth transitions between light and shadow. The figures exhibit the idealised proportions common in Neoclassical art, with a focus on clarity and grace. The presence of the elephant, an unusual element in traditional depictions of this subject, suggests a specific iconographic choice by the original painter, which Perfetti faithfully rendered in his print. This piece offers a glimpse into the high level of craftsmanship associated with 19th-century Italian printmaking, where the reproduction of master paintings was a primary method for disseminating art to a wider audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/la-mere-heureuse-alexis-francois-girard\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLa Mère Heureuse - Alexis François Girard — Alexis François Girard\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portrait-of-michelangelo-buonarroti-raphael-morghen\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Michelangelo Buonarroti - Raphael Morghen — Raffaello Sanzio Morghen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Antonio Perfetti","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58177937801551,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58178121007439,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58178121040207,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Repose-in-Egypt_Poster_CompositorV1_1783376045025.jpg?v=1783609776","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/products\/repose-in-egypt-antonio-perfetti","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}