The Feast in the House of Simon

A dramatic shaft of light cuts through the darkness in this painting, illuminating a gathering around a table. The scene depicts Christ at the home of Simon, where Mary Magdalene anoints his feet. Notice the elongated figures and vivid colors, characteristic of the style prevalent in El Greco's later career. While the overall design stems from El Greco, the heads of the figures show the hands of different artists, likely including his son, Jorge Manuel, who led the workshop. The fantastical architectural background, unlike any other in El Greco's known works, suggests an assistant's inventive contribution, adding to the unique character of this particular interpretation of the biblical narrative.