Christ and the Disciples at Emmaus | Pascal Dagnan-Bouveret | 1896-97 Frederic Leighton Rembrandt embodies the ancient Greek

Rembrandt embodies the ancient Greek painter Zeuxis

the vibrant

Cornwell surrounds the embracing couple with enormous luminous wings

abuse of power

The inclusion of a nun holding a book

Christ and the Disciples at Emmaus | Pascal Dagnan-Bouveret | 1896-97 Frederic Leighton Rembrandt embodies the ancient GreekAbout the artwork: Pascal Dagnan Bouveret depicts one of the most mysterious moments following the Resurrection: the instant when two disciples, who have unknowingly traveled with Christ to Emmaus, finally recognize him as he blesses and breaks the bread. Christ occupies the center of the composition, almost luminous against the open landscape behind him, while the surrounding figures react with astonishment, devotion, and disbelief. Dagnan Bouveret