description Albrecht Dürer - The Last Supper (Small Passion) Overview
The Last Supper is a woodcut created by German Renaissance artist Albrecht Dürer in 1508. It is one of 37 woodcuts included in Dürer's Small Passion series, which was published as a book in 1511. The series illustrates the biblical narrative of the Passion of Christ. The Small Passion is one of Dürer's most influential devotional works.
help Albrecht Dürer - The Last Supper (Small Passion) FAQ
How does Dürer's Small Passion Last Supper differ from his Large Passion series?
The Last Supper belongs to the Small Passion, a compact sequence of woodcuts covering the Fall and the life and Passion of Christ. Dürer's Large Passion used substantially bigger sheets and a more monumental presentation.
What moment does Dürer show in The Last Supper?
The woodcut places Christ and the apostles around a table during the final meal before the Crucifixion. Judas is visually distinguished within the crowded interior, helping viewers follow the biblical drama.
Was the 1508 Last Supper printed only once?
No. The design carries a 1508 date, but its woodblock could produce multiple impressions, and the Small Passion was issued as a book in 1511.
How many woodcuts are in Dürer's Small Passion?
The published Small Passion contains 37 woodcuts, including its title page. The sequence ranges from Adam and Eve through Christ's Passion, Resurrection, and Last Judgment.
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