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Lignelsen om den store nadver

Unknown

1869

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century

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Lignelsen om den store nadver is a 1869 by Unknown, a Impressionism work, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1869 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This painting shows a large, dimly lit room with many people. In the center, a man in a white robe with a yellow sash stands with a man in a fur loincloth. To the right, a man in a short tunic holds a long stick. A child in a green tunic holds a pot. In the foreground, a man in a gray t-shirt sits at a table with a red cushion. The room is filled with people, some sitting at tables with food and drinks. The room has tall columns and arches, with a high ceiling. The atmosphere is lively, with people talking and eating. The painting's style is realistic, with detailed depictions of the people and their surroundings. The painting's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer into the scene. To learn more about the artist's techniques, look up chiaroscuro.