Bidspirit auction | The Last Supper. Spanish School.

The Last Supper. Spanish School. 17th Century. Follower of Juan de Juanes - Oil on canvas. The scene depicts the Last Supper, one of the fundamental episodes of Christian iconography. In the center of the composition, Jesus appears with a halo and a dark blue tunic covered by a red cloak, raising the Host with his right hand while holding the chalice with his left, establishing the moment of Eucharistic consecration. Around him, the apostles are grouped in diverse attitudes: some are absorbed in a gesture of adoration, others converse vehemently, generating a rich range of expressions, movements, and tensions that permeate the entire table. The architectural background opens with dark curtains that reveal a columned structure and a twilight landscape, while in the foreground, liturgical objects such as the chalice, a jug of wine, and plates of bread are arranged, reinforcing the symbolic nature of the moment. The symmetrical composition, with the figure of Christ perfectly centered, guides the viewer's gaze toward the spiritual focus of the event. The painting reveals a confident execution, with careful modeling of the faces and meticulous attention to the folds and volumes of the drapery. The use of chiaroscuro is notable, reinforcing spatial depth and imbuing the scene with drama. The brushwork is restrained and well-balanced, with a color palette predominantly earthy and deep ochre, characteristic of 17th-century Spanish religious painting. The serene and focused treatment of Christ's face contrasts with the agitation of the other figures, intensifying the devotional effect of the work. This canvas is part of the Spanish Baroque tradition, particularly linked to Counter-Reformation models that sought a direct, emotional, and theologically precise representation of the sacraments. Its monumentality, symbolic weight, and compositional balance give it a prominent place among depictions of the Last Supper. Dimensions: 117 x 114 cm and 185 x 132 cm.