Museo del Cenacolo Vinciano
Museo del Cenacolo Vinciano, Art museum in Milan, Italy
Description
The Museo del Cenacolo Vinciano houses Leonardo da Vinci's monumental mural The Last Supper within the refectory of the Santa Maria delle Grazie monastery. The work depicts Jesus seated at a long table with his twelve disciples in a large dining hall setting painted directly onto the wall.
History
Leonardo painted The Last Supper between 1495 and 1498 directly onto the refectory wall using experimental techniques that departed from traditional fresco methods. The work deteriorated significantly over the centuries, leading to multiple restoration efforts to preserve this masterpiece.
Culture
The painting captures a moment of shock and emotion as Jesus announces his betrayal to the twelve disciples seated around the table. Each figure responds differently to this revelation, their gestures and expressions revealing distinct personalities and inner reactions.
Practical
Entry is tightly controlled, with visitors admitted in small groups of about 35 people to protect the painting from damage. It is strongly recommended to book tickets well in advance, as availability is limited and walk-in visits during peak times are often impossible.
Did you know?
The mural showcases Leonardo's revolutionary perspective technique that creates the illusion of Jesus and the disciples sitting in the same room with you. This optical trick was entirely new in Leonardo's time and influenced artists for generations to come.
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