This is a drawing of a group of figures in a dramatic setting. The scene depicts a gathering of individuals, with several figures seated at a table and others standing around. Above the main group, two celestial figures are depicted with wings, interacting with the scene below. The setting includes architectural elements such as arches and a hanging chandelier. The light and shadow techniques create a sense of depth and atmosphere, emphasizing the intensity of the scene. The drawing suggests a moment of heightened emotional or spiritual significance.

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The Institution of the Eucharist

Franz Anton Maulbertsch (Austrian, 1724 - 1796)

c. 1765

Medium: etching and engraving on laid paper
Classification: Print
Dimensions: plate: 41.6 x 31 cm (16 3/8 x 12 3/16 in.) ; sheet: 42.1 x 31.2 cm (16 9/16 x 12 5/16 in.)
Culture: Austrian
Museum: National Gallery of Art, CG-E
Credit line: Gift of The Ahmanson Foundation
Rights: Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0), as the museum states it.
Who can see it: Tweens profiles and older: its subjects are known and suit older children. How works are placed

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