Feast at the House of Simon

"Feast at the House of Simon," also known as Christ in the House of Levi, is a monumental canvas created in 1573 by Italian artist Paolo Veronese. This oil on canvas measures an impressive 555 cm by 1309 cm, making it one of the largest canvases of the 16th century. Painted as a religious painting, it depicts a lavish banquet scene infused with Mannerism (late renaissance) style, characterized by vivid colors and exaggerated figures. Originally created for the refectory of the Basilica di Santi Giovanni e Paolo in Venice, Veronese’s work showcases intricate composition and vivid storytelling within a religious context.