At the dawn of the 16th century Mannerism was gaining in popularity. Even noted Renaissance painters like Raphael began to mirror the style, but it was the Sienese painter Giovanni Antonio Bazzi who would push the mannerist vision even further.
The Last Supper was a common subject among 16th-century artists; however, the intriguing iconography in Stefano Cernotto’s rendering displays an inventiveness that is unique.
Countless painters over the centuries have been inspired to recreate scenes from Christ’s passion week. In addition to providing a sampling of these masterful images, this month’s Closer Look also includes an imaginative dialogue between two centurions who were intimately involved in this historic event.
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