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The Last Supper

German 15th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a group gathered around a table with a central figure. The image illustrates a scene where a central figure is depicted with a gesture that suggests a moment of importance. This figure is surrounded by other characters, who also have halos. The setting involves a table with a chalice and a plate. The characters display expressions of attentiveness or reverence. The color palette includes earth tones with touches of green, red, and yellow. The style of the painting combines elements of medieval religious art and printmaking techniques.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1480
Medium
metalcut, hand-colored in red lake, yellow, and green on laid paper
Dimensions
2920 × 3945 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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Palette