The Last Supper

Deutsche Grafik um 1480, ca. 1480/1500

This is a painting of a group gathered around a table. The composition features a number of figures in what appears to be a room with walls adorned with simple decoration, such as crosses. The central figures engage in an activity that involves a central item placed on a table. The individuals are dressed in robes of various colors, such as yellow, purple, and blue. They are arranged around a rectangular table with noticeable expressions and gesturing hands. The overall style suggests a historical or religious theme and has a dynamic, colorful quality typical of folk or historic iconographic art. This is in the style of an anonymous folk or religious artist.
Kunstenaar
Deutsche Grafik um 1480
Datering
ca. 1480/1500
Soort
Prent
Techniek
woodcut, hand-colored in blue, lt. blue, lavender,vermilion, rose, tan, yellow, and green
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

This is a painting of a group gathered around a table. The composition features a number of figures in what appears to be a room with walls adorned with simple decoration, such as crosses. The central figures engage in an activity that involves a central item placed on a table. The individuals are dressed in robes of various colors, such as yellow, purple, and blue. They are arranged around a rectangular table with noticeable expressions and gesturing hands. The overall style suggests a historical or religious theme and has a dynamic, colorful quality typical of folk or historic iconographic art. This is in the style of an anonymous folk or religious artist.

Deutsche Grafik um 1480