The Last Supper EXPLAINED: Leonardo da Vinci’s Most Mysterious Masterpiece

The Last Supper is one of history’s most analyzed paintings—but how much do we really know about Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece? Hidden symbols, daring innovations, and centuries of mystery make this mural unlike any other.

In this episode of Galeria, we break down the genius behind Leonardo’s revolutionary composition, the psychological depth of his apostles, and the controversial theories that have surrounded the painting for centuries. From the overturned salt cellar to the mathematical precision embedded in the artwork, we uncover the details most people overlook.

But The Last Supper wasn’t just a work of art—it was an experiment that almost failed. Over 500 years later, less than 20% of Leonardo’s original brushwork remains. So what did it originally look like? And why do copies made by his apprentices hold the key to its lost details?

Join us as we dive into the secrets, science, and symbolism behind one of the greatest paintings of all time.

Timestamps:

Introduction 00:00
A Painting Born of Power and Politics 01:04
Leonardo’s Groundbreaking Approach 02:12
The Art and Science of Perspective 03:04
Hidden Symbols and Subtle Messages 04:22
Leonardo’s Fragile Experiment 06:27
The Mystery Endures 08:31
Outro 09:45

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