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Supper at Emmaus, 1648, by Rembrandt van Rijn (1606-1669)

Supper at Emmaus, 1648, by Rembrandt van Rijn (1606-1669)


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Supper at Emmaus, 1648, by Rembrandt van Rijn (1606-1669)

Rembrandt van Rijn (1606-1669). Dutch painter. Supper at Emmaus, 1648. Detail. National Museum of Denmark. Copenhagen. Denmark

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Appearance Baroque Biblical Bread Calm Candle Christ Christianism Copenhagen Darkness Denmark Disciple Disciples Divinity Emmaus Fright Harmenszoon Jesus Rembrandt Testament Emaus


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Supper at Emmaus," painted by the renowned Dutch artist Rembrandt van Rijn in 1648, is a captivating masterpiece housed in the National Museum of Denmark in Copenhagen. This Baroque painting, a testament to the 17th century's artistic brilliance, depicts a biblical scene from the New Testament's Gospel of Luke (24:13-35). The painting's composition is centered around the moment when Jesus reveals himself to the disciples, Cleopas and his companion, after the Resurrection. The disciples, unaware of Jesus' identity, have been sharing their disappointments and doubts about the recent events with a stranger who, unbeknownst to them, is their Savior. The scene is set in a dimly lit interior, with the warm glow of a candle illuminating the table where the group sits. The contrast between the darkness and the light creates an atmosphere of calm yet profound revelation. The disciples, in various stages of surprise and shock, are captured in the act of breaking bread. Jesus, with a serene expression on his face, gazes intently at the male disciple on the right, whose frightened expression reveals the profound impact of the moment. The painting's intricate details, from the folds of the robes to the textures of the bread and the candle, showcase Rembrandt's exceptional skill as a painter. The early modern appearance of the men and the European setting add to the painting's authenticity and timeless appeal. This masterpiece, a significant work from the Dutch Golden Age, continues to captivate viewers with its religious and artistic significance.

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