Flight into Egypt c. 16th century

Editor: Here we have an anonymous piece, "Flight into Egypt." It feels so… urgent, doesn’t it? What strikes you about this work? Curator: The urgency speaks to the very real precarity faced by the Holy Family – refugees fleeing persecution. How does this historical context, this narrative of displacement, resonate with contemporary issues of migration and asylum seeking? Editor: That's a really powerful connection. I hadn't thought about it in those terms. Curator: The figures, rendered with such stark lines, seem to press forward, escaping danger. Does the lack of background detail amplify the sense of vulnerability and highlight the universal experience of seeking refuge? Editor: Definitely. It almost feels like their story could be anyone’s story. Curator: Exactly! This piece is less about religious iconography and more about highlighting a family's desperate journey to safety. And that is a timeless theme. Editor: I’m seeing so much more than I initially did. Thanks for sharing your insight!