Artwork
The Last Supper
The Last Supper is an ink drawing by the Renaissance artist Italian 16th Century. It dates from 1501 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. A drawing depicting Jesus and his disciples at a table, executed in pen and brown ink with brown wash and white heightening on laid paper.
About this work
Overview
A drawing depicting Jesus and his disciples at a table, executed in pen and brown ink with brown wash and white heightening on laid paper.
Subject & Meaning
The scene captures the emotional moment between Jesus and his disciples, conveying a sense of drama and tension.
Technique & Style
The artist employed simple lines, shading, and cross-hatching to create depth, suggesting a study for a larger composition.
History & Provenance
The drawing is squared in black chalk, indicating its likely use as a preparatory work for a painting.
Artist & collection
Artist
An anonymous 16th-century Italian sculptor left a handful of small bronzes in dark brown and gilt.
The Last Supper
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