Travel Reference
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Kings and bishops used the grandiose Baroque style to impress the masses with their
power. Van Dyck's portrait style set the tone for all the stuffy, boring portraits of British
aristocrats who wished to be portrayed as sophisticated gentlemen—whether they were or
not.
• Return to Room 30 and turn left, exiting at the far end, and entering Room 32. On the
right wall, find...
Caravaggio—
The Supper at Emmaus
(1601)
After Jesus was crucified, he rose from the dead and appeared without warning to some of
his followers. Jesus just wants a quiet meal, but the man in green, suddenly realizing who
he's eating with, is about to jump out of his chair in shock. To the right, a man spreads his
hands in amazement, bridging the distance between Christ and us by sticking his hand in
our faces.
