The Last Supper 1603 - 1613

"The Last Supper" is a drawing on paper by the Italian artist Morazzone (Pier Francesco Mazzucchelli) from 1603-1613. It depicts the biblical scene of Jesus' final meal with his disciples before his crucifixion. The drawing is a preparatory study for a larger painting. The figures are rendered in a naturalistic style, with strong chiaroscuro and detailed drapery. Morazzone was influenced by both the Late Renaissance and Mannerist styles, which is evident in his use of dramatic lighting and expressive figures. The drawing is in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.