Antique Framed Lithograph of the Flight into Egypt

This item is an antique religious lithograph or chromolithograph depicting the 'Flight into Egypt,' a classic biblical scene featuring Mary, the Christ Child, and Joseph traveling with a donkey. The composition shows Mary and the infant atop the donkey, guided by Joseph holding a shepherd's staff. The work is likely from the late 19th or early 20th century, characterized by its sepia-toned or muted color palette and soft focus. It is housed in an ornate, dark-stained wooden frame with a multi-layered ripple or cove molding design, suggesting a Victorian or Edwardian era aesthetic. The print itself exhibits significant age-related deterioration, including foxing (brown spotting across the surface), fading, and surface grime. Most notably, the protective glass is severely compromised with a large jagged horizontal crack across the center and a missing bottom-right section, which has left the underlying print exposed to environmental pollutants. The print shows evidence of moisture damage and potentially mold growth due to the compromised seal. Despite its poor physical condition, the item retains its historical charm and reflects the mass-produced devotional art common in middle-class households of its era.