Supper at Emmaus
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Caravaggio's Supper at Emmaus into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio’s Supper at Emmaus (1601) is a masterpiece of Baroque drama, capturing the electrifying moment when Christ reveals himself to two disciples after his resurrection. The painting pulses with raw emotion—shadows carve deep contrasts across the figures’ stunned faces, while a dramatically foreshortened basket of fruit teeters on the table’s edge, heightening the tension. Caravaggio’s signature chiaroscuro technique envelops the scene in a celestial glow, illuminating Christ’s serene face as the disciples recoil in awe, their gestures charged with kinetic energy. Set against a humble inn, the work epitomizes the artist’s revolutionary naturalism, elevating biblical narratives through unidealized human figures and visceral textures (the worn fabrics, the bread’s crust). This painting, commissioned by Roman patron Ciriaco Mattei, marked Caravaggio’s ascent in Counter-Reformation Rome, where his emotionally potent style became a blueprint for Baroque art.
For contemporary spaces, Supper at Emmaus lends gravitas to dining rooms or studies, its warm earth tones harmonizing with wooden furniture or leather accents. A large-scale reproduction (ideal at 36x48 inches) commands attention above a sideboard or fireplace, while the rich burgundies and ochres in the painting can inspire upholstery or rug choices. Pair it with minimalist decor to let the drama shine, or contrast its Baroque intensity with industrial lighting for a postmodern edge. In offices, it sparks conversation in meeting areas—the composition’s diagonal energy works well in narrow alcoves. Opt for a gilded frame to echo Caravaggio’s era, or a slim black one for modern cohesion. Avoid cluttering nearby walls; this painting thrives as a solitary focal point, its emotional resonance elevating any space.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
