1. Baroque and Romantic Art
Dramatic manipulation of space, exaggerated gestures, strong contrasts of light and color, along with lively rendering of human expressions. ... Chiaroscuro a technique in which dramatic light and shadow were used to create a spotlight affect to the composition, often times highlighting the focal point of the work of art. ... The main characteristics of Baroque art are strong perspective effects, dramatic color, dramatic light and dark, movement of figures, broken and agitated draperies, loose brushstrokes, and dense and detailed compositions for emotional impact on the viewer. ... Landscape...
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