Artwork

The Last Supper after the painting in San Polo, Venice

The Last Supper after the painting in San Polo, Venice, by Unknown, unspecified, 1556
The Last Supper after the painting in San Polo, Venice, by Unknown, unspecified, 1556

The Last Supper after the painting in San Polo, Venice is an unspecified painting by Unknown. It dates from 1556 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

The Last Supper after the painting in San Polo, Venice is a 16th-century religious painting, dated circa 1556, attributed to 32407_person and currently housed at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a chaotic rendition of The Last Supper, with a group of people clustered around a table, exhibiting various postures and emotions, including distress, as evidenced by a figure struggling on the floor.

Technique & Style

Characterized by loose, expressive lines and pronounced chiaroscuro, the work features strong light and shadow contrasts, accentuating certain facial and hand details. The hasty execution is apparent through visible brushstrokes and smudges.

History & Provenance

Created around 1556, the painting's origins trace back to a work in San Polo, Venice. It is now part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography, though specific acquisition details are not provided.

Context

The use of chiaroscuro suggests the artist's engagement with prevalent artistic techniques of the time, emphasizing drama and emotional depth in religious themes.

Legacy

While the painting's impact or influence is not explicitly documented, its stylistic elements reflect broader artistic trends of the 16th century, particularly in the interpretation of biblical scenes.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known