Italian Baroque painting

Italian Baroque painting, flourishing from the late 16th to the early 18th century, is characterized by dramatic use of light and shadow, intense emotions, and dynamic compositions. Artists like Caravaggio and Bernini focused on realism and the human experience, often depicting religious scenes with vivid detail and movement. The style aimed to evoke a strong emotional response from the viewer, using techniques like chiaroscuro (contrast of light and dark) and tenebrism (deep shadows). Baroque art often features prominent figures, elaborate settings, and a sense of grandeur, reflecting the turbulent social and political climate of the time.