The Last Supper
1510
Albrecht Dürer masterfully captures the dramatic tension of Christ's final meal in this striking woodcut from 1510, part of his famous 'Large Passion' series. Notice the intense rays of light bursting from behind Jesus, illuminating the vaulted room and casting deep shadows that heighten the emotional weight of the scene among the apostles. Dürer was so proud of this intricate composition that he carved the date right into the table leg and placed his famous 'AD' monogram at the very bottom, ensuring his masterpiece would be remembered forever.
- Technique
- Woodcut
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