Giampietrino’s The Last Supper (c. 1510–20) is a faithful yet distinct interpretation of Leonardo da Vinci’s famous fresco, painted by one of his pupils to preserve the composition before the original began deteriorating. Executed in oil on canvas, Giampietrino’s version captures Leonardo’s intricate balance of drama and serenity but adds clarity through stronger contrasts and more defined contours. The apostles’ reactions remain deeply human—ranging from shock to disbelief—as Christ announces his betrayal. However, the smoother brushwork and precise outlines give the scene a cleaner, more legible quality than Leonardo’s softer sfumato. This copy became invaluable for later restorations of the original, offering scholars insight into Leonardo’s lost details, color relationships, and compositional intentions. It stands today not just as a replica, but as a bridge between the master’s fragile vision and the enduring legacy of Renaissance art.