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Last Supper
Last Supper is a tempera painting by the Gothic painting artist Jaume Huguet. It dates from 1470 and is held in the collection of the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.
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Overview
Last Supper is a stucco painting by Jaume Huguet, created in 1470. It is now held at the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a gathering around a table, with a central figure at its head, surrounded by bread, wine, and other food. The figures wear colorful robes, some with halos, suggesting a religious scene.
Technique & Style
The scene is rendered realistically, with detailed facial expressions and body language. Chiaroscuro creates a dramatic effect through strong contrasts between light and dark, adding to the overall sense of drama and tension.
Context
Last Supper is associated with the Gothic Painting movement, characteristic of its time.
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