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The Sacrament of the Last Supper is a painting by Salvador Dalí. Completed in 1955, after nine months of work, it remains one of his most popular compositions. Since its arrival at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. in 1955, it replaced Renoir's A Girl with a Watering Can as the most popular piece in the museum.
- 267 cm × 166.7 cm (105 in × 65.6 in)
- Salvador Dalí
- 1955
A classic and realistic painting of 1955 by the surrealist artist, depicting Christ and his apostles in a symbolic setting. Learn about the influences, sources, and meaning of this religious masterpiece, donated by Chester Dale to the National Gallery.
Nov 5, 2012 · Dali's painting depicts the Eucharist, the real presence of Christ in the bread and wine, and the Trinity in heaven. Learn how the artist combines surrealism, mysticism and Catholicism in this misunderstood masterpiece.
Feb 10, 2024 · Dalí's painting depicts the biblical event with a twist: the table represents the fourth dimension of spacetime, suggesting the eternal nature of Christ's message. Explore the symbolism, science, and spirituality behind this artistic masterpiece.
Dalí's 1955 painting depicts Jesus and the disciples as nuclear atoms, with an empty place for the viewer to join them. The painting reflects his "nuclear mysticism" and challenges the viewer to kneel in prayer and receive the eucharist.
A surrealist painting of Christ's Last Supper with Gala's features and a transparent Christ ascending to heaven. Learn about the commission, the critics, and the symbolism of the twelve pentagons and apostles.
Mar 10, 2019 · A surrealist painting of the biblical scene by the Spanish artist, created in 1955. It depicts Christ and his disciples in a dreamlike setting, with distorted faces and objects.
