What is the art term for the dramatic contrast between light and shadow that defines Rembrandt's signature style?
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Chiaroscuro, which translates from Italian as light-dark, is the technique of using strong contrasts between light and shadow to give subjects a three-dimensional volume. Rembrandt perfected this to create intense psychological depth, making his subjects appear to emerge from mysterious, dark backgrounds. It remains one of his most defining artistic legacies. Photo: Giovanni Baglione, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain.
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