The Last Supper

Leonardo da Vinci

Created:
Movement:
1498
High Renaissance
key Notes:
Renaissance Masterpiece; Apostolic Composition
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Dimensions:
460 cm × 880 cm
medium:
Tempera and oil on plaster
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The Last Supper by Leonardo da Vinci

The Last Supper, completed in 1498 by Leonardo da Vinci, is a seminal work of the Italian Renaissance, renowned for its innovative composition and emotional depth. Painted using a combination of tempera and oil on plaster, the work has faced significant preservation challenges due to the experimental technique employed by da Vinci. This fresco captures the dramatic moment when Jesus announces that one of his disciples will betray him, showcasing da Vinci's mastery in depicting human emotion and interaction. Leonardo, a polymath of the Renaissance, was deeply interested in the study of anatomy, perspective, and light, all of which are evident in the meticulous detail and spatial harmony of this painting. The work's historical impact is profound, influencing countless artists and becoming an enduring symbol of religious art. Despite its deteriorated state, The Last Supper remains a pivotal piece in art history, reflecting both the genius and the experimental spirit of Leonardo da Vinci.

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The Last Supper by Leonardo da Vinci

Leonardo da Vinci's "The Last Supper," completed in 1498, is a mural painting executed using tempera and oil on plaster, located in the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie in Milan. The artwork, renowned for its innovative use of perspective and dramatic depiction of the biblical scene, captures the moment Jesus announces that one of his disciples will betray him.

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The Last Supper