The Last Supper: A Focused Gaze
This image captures a poignant detail from Leonardo da Vinci's iconic masterpiece, "The Last Supper." The fresco, painted between 1495 and 1498, depicts the scene of the Last Supper of Jesus with his disciples as told in the Gospel of John, specifically the moment after Jesus announced that one of them would betray him.
Artwork by Leonardo da Vinci. Located at the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie, Milan.
The emotional intensity and individual reactions of the apostles are masterfully rendered, showcasing Leonardo's profound understanding of human psychology and his innovative artistic techniques. Each figure's gesture and expression tells a part of the unfolding drama.