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The Last Supper
One of the most famous works of art in the world, depicting the scene of the Last Supper, the moment when Jesus announces the betrayal of one of the apostles. The composition is focused on the central figure of Jesus, with apostles on both sides of the table, showing diverse reactions to his words. The artist used linear perspective, focusing the vanishing point on the right temple of Christ.
Portrait of the Creator
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Artist
Leonardo da Vinci
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Date of birth and death
15 April 1452 – 2 May 1519
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Natinality
Italian
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Style
High Renaissance
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Significant works
Mona Lisa, The Last Supper, Virgin of the Rocks, Lady with an Ermine, Vitruvian Man
Information about the work
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Year:
1495
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Execution technique:
tempera on plaster
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Location:
Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie, Milan, Italy
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Theme:
religious, biblical scene, apostles, betrayal, Last Supper
Internal Narrative and Creative Framework
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Inner Narrative
The work shows the contrast between the sense of calm and acceptance of Christ and the emotional confusion of the apostles. Symbolic elements such as Peter's knife and the cloak surrounding Judas emphasize the drama and foreshadow the betrayal. The reflection of light and perspective enhance the impression of depth and focus on the central figure.
The key to interpreting the work
The painting should be analyzed as an example of Renaissance religious art with strong emotional narrative. Attention should be paid to Leonardo's invented perspective techniques, the symbolism of characters and details, as well as the conservation challenges of the work.See other works by this artist
Study of the Hanged Bernardo di Bandino Baroncelli, assassin of Giuliano de Medici
- Artist: Leonardo da Vinci
- Year: 1479
The proportions of the human figure (The Vitruvian Man)
- Artist: Leonardo da Vinci
- Year: 1492
