Double Loan Exhibition from London and Dublin Comes to Belfast
“Caravaggio’s Masterpieces: The Supper at Emmaus and The Taking of Christ at Ulster Museum”
The National Gallery in London recently lent Caravaggio’s renowned painting “The Supper at Emmaus” to the Ulster Museum in Belfast, as part of the National Treasures program. This exhibition also includes another masterpiece by Caravaggio, “The Taking of Christ,” on loan from the Jesuit Fathers and the National Gallery of Ireland, Dublin. The display, curated by Anne Stewart, senior curator of art at the Ulster Museum, highlights the collaboration between Belfast, Dublin, and London.
Visitors can view both paintings in a room with natural light, enhancing the compositions’ three-dimensional quality. The ordering of the paintings in the exhibition brings out the relationship between the two artworks, emphasizing the figures’ movements and interactions. The historical significance of displaying these two masterpieces together adds to the cultural triumph of the exhibition.
Caravaggio’s works, originally painted for his patron Ciriaco Mattei, have only been hung together six times in four centuries. The rediscovery of “The Taking of Christ” in 1990 added to the intrigue surrounding Caravaggio’s art. The exhibition at the Ulster Museum provides a rare opportunity to witness these iconic paintings side by side, showcasing Caravaggio’s genius and influence.
Don’t miss the chance to see these two captivating Caravaggio paintings at the Ulster Museum until 1 September. Visit the museum’s website for more information about the exhibition.
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Leonie Schultz completed her studies in Digital Media and Design at the Berlin University of the Arts. She focuses on digital installations and interactive art, often incorporating elements of sound and light to create immersive experiences. Leonie has been involved in several digital art festivals and is known for her innovative approach to storytelling through technology.