Artwork
The Last Supper
The Last Supper is an oil painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Ambrosius Francken I. It dates from 1596 and is held in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.
About this work
Overview
The Last Supper is a 1596 oil-on-panel painting by Ambrosius Francken I, a Flemish artist known for his late Mannerist style.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Jesus and his twelve apostles at their final meal together, a pivotal moment in the biblical narrative. The scene is characterized by a sense of solemnity and reverence, with the figures arranged around a long table.
Technique & Style
Francken's use of chiaroscuro creates depth and atmosphere in the scene, with a strong contrast between light and dark. The painting is representative of the Flemish Baroque movement, with its dramatic lighting and emotional intensity.
History & Provenance
The Last Supper is held in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp. Francken, who was active as a painter, stone dealer, and possibly an art dealer, created the work in 1596.
Artist & collection
Artist
Ambrosius Francken I (1544/45–October 1618) was a Flemish painter known for his religious works and historical allegories painted in a late Mannerist style.
