History & Civics
With reference to the picture given below answer the following questions:
(a) Name the painting and the painter.
(b) Explain the theme of the painting.
(c) Name two other painting masterpieces of the painter.
(d) Mention his two other areas of excellence.
Renaissance
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(a) The given painting is The Last Supper, and it was painted by Leonardo da Vinci.
(b) The theme of The Last Supper reflects Leonardo da Vinci’s skill in mixing beauty and realism through his use of colour, light, and detail. It shows his deep understanding of the human body and emotions.
(c) Two other paintings of Leonardo da Vinci are Mona Lisa, and Virgin of the Rocks.
(d) Leonardo da Vinci’s two other areas of excellence are science and engineering.
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