Veronese's Feast In The House Of Levi

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When I first saw Veronese’s Feast in the House of Levi, I thought someone painted to accommodate a special occasion or a banquet for a wealthy family. The subject been a representation of friendship, happiness and love from one another. It caught my attention how the people were gathered in all different locations and it wasn’t a focal point, just like in the other paintings we have seen. The style was rebellious and daring, that’s the reason why I find it fascinating and special. After the Feast in the House of Levi’s history was introduced to us, I learned that the Feast in the House of Levi subject is the Last Supper and it was also is original title. But the Catholic Church wasn’t content with the painting because Veronese included buffoons,

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