Cultural
Church and Dominican Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie with "The Last Supper" by Leonardo da Vinci
Milan, Italie
Inscribed 1980
Photo : Marcin Białek (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Located in Milan, Italy, this late 15th-century religious complex comprises a Dominican convent and adjoining church, representing significant examples of Renaissance architecture and monastic design. The site's primary historical importance derives from Leonardo da Vinci's monumental mural painting "The Last Supper," executed between 1495 and 1498 in the convent's refectory, which stands as one of the most influential works in Western art history. The painting demonstrates innovative compositional and perspective techniques that fundamentally shaped subsequent artistic practice. The architectural ensemble itself, designed by Donato Bramante and other Renaissance architects, reflects the refined aesthetic principles of the period through its harmonious proportions and spatial organisation. Inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1980, the site was recognized for its outstanding universal value in both artistic and architectural achievement. The complex remains an essential testament to Renaissance cultural production and continues to merit scholarly and public attention as a key monument of European heritage.
Location
Milan, Italie
Inscription
1980
