The Last Communion of Saint Francis of Assisi 1619

"The Last Communion of Saint Francis of Assisi" is a 1619 painting by Peter Paul Rubens, depicting the moment when Saint Francis of Assisi received his last communion before his death. The painting is characterized by its dynamic composition, dramatic lighting, and expressive figures. The central figure of Saint Francis is depicted in a state of intense devotion, while the surrounding figures of his brothers and a priest administering the sacrament, express grief and reverence. The painting is a powerful depiction of the final moments of a holy man's life and exemplifies the Baroque style of painting with its heightened emotion and dramatic use of light and shadow.