Maaltijd te Emmaüs
Pierre Chenu
ca. 1764 - ca. 1766
Medium
etching
Dimensions
424; 362
About this artwork
collector's mark: Lugt 2228
Art Historical Context
**Maaltijd te EmmaüsThe Meal at Emmaus Pierre Chenu's etching *Maaltijd teüs*, dating to around 1764–1766, depicts the poignant biblical scene from Luke 24 where the resurrected Christ reveals himself to two disciples during a shared meal. This moment of recognition, often portrayed in Western art, symbolizes faith, revelation, and communal bonds. Measuring 362 × 424 mm, the showcases Chenu's skill as an 18th-century French engraver, capturing the intimate drama through intricate lines and subtle tones typical of the etching medium. Etching, created by coating a metal plate with acid-resis...