Last Communion of St Lucy 1748

Giovanni Battista Tiepolo's "Last Communion of St. Lucy" (1748) depicts the iconic Christian martyr receiving the Eucharist before her execution. The dramatic scene is set in a grand architectural space with a priest offering the chalice to St. Lucy while she, kneeling, looks up with a serene expression. The vibrant colors and dynamic composition are characteristic of Tiepolo's Rococo style, creating a sense of grandeur and theatrical movement. The scene is filled with symbolism, including the cherubs above, representing divine grace.