Name of Artist: Leonardo da Vinci
Year Commissioned: Between 1495 and 1496
Location: Santa Maria delle Grazie in Milan, Italy
About the Painting: "The Last Supper" depicts the reactions of each apostle when Jesus stated that one of them would betray him. Each of the twelve apostles have notably different reactions to the news, that range from anger to shock. Measuring 460cm x 880cm (180in x 350in), the mural covers an entire end wall of the monastery's dining hall. The painting is one of the most recognizable works of art and is featured on countless mediums from posters to t-shirts and was even the topic of a major Hollywood movie.