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The Supper at Emmaus, by John Linnell, oil, 1820

The Supper at Emmaus

John Linnell

1820

oil

From the collection of Ashmolean Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

The Supper at Emmaus is a 1820 oil by John Linnell, depicting jesus christ, held at Ashmolean Museum.

Who painted this?
John Linnell
When & what style?
1820
Where can I see it?
Ashmolean Museum

About this work

This painting shows a group of people gathered around a table, with a figure in the center who appears to be Jesus Christ. The scene is set in a simple room with a landscape visible through a window in the background. The colors are muted, with earth tones dominating the palette. The artist has used a range of techniques to create depth and texture in the painting. The brushstrokes are visible, and the paint is applied thickly in some areas, giving the work a sense of energy and movement. The Supper at Emmaus is a powerful depiction of a pivotal moment in Christian history. For more information on the artist behind this work, look up John Linnell.

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