1515
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
The Fall and Redemption of Man: The Last Supper is a 1515 by Albrecht Altdorfer, a Renaissance work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This etching shows a group of people gathered around a table, eating and drinking. The room has a window with a lattice pattern letting in light. One person at the center seems to be speaking or blessing the food, while others reach for dishes. The scene feels crowded but orderly, with simple furniture and a warm, shared meal. The artist used sharp lines and deep shadows to create a sense of space and depth. This style was common in German Renaissance art, where religious scenes often mixed with everyday life. Look up Albrecht Altdorfer to see how he blended faith and daily moments in his work.
Albrecht Altdorfer (c. 1480 – 12 February 1538) was a German painter, engraver and architect of the Renaissance working in Regensburg. Along with Lucas Cranach the Elder and Wolf Huber he is regarded to be the main…
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