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Christ offering his Disciples the Holy Communion at the Last Supper
Franz Anton Maulbertsch, 1765–1770

Christ standing on right surrounded by disciples with angels above and illuminated by strong lighting from the right within a cavernous interior. Maulbertsch's best known and most reproduced print and key work of northern 18th century etching.
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Title of artwork, date
Christ offering his Disciples the Holy Communion at the Last Supper, 1765–1770
Date supported
2001
Medium and material
Etching on paper
Dimensions
424 x 319 cm
Grant
3500
Total cost
7107
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