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The Last Supper

Jacques Callot

1624

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque Religious

Dominant colour

The Last Supper is a 1624 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Jacques Callot
When & what style?: 1624 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image depicts a scene of a group of people gathered around a table, with a prominent archway in the background. The archway is adorned with intricate details and features a crest at the top. The people are dressed in robes and appear to be engaged in a meal or celebration. In the center of the composition, a figure is seated at the head of the table, surrounded by others who are seated or standing. The atmosphere is one of solemnity and reverence, with the figures gazing intently at the central figure. The use of etching on laid paper creates a sense of depth and texture, adding to the overall sense of drama and importance. To learn more about this style of art, explore the technique of etching.