Baroque period

Tenebrism: Tenebrism is a technique used in painting during the Baroque period that emphasizes extreme contrast between light and dark areas to create a heightened sense of drama.

Rococo: Rococo was an artistic style that emerged in the late Baroque period known for its delicate ornamentation, pastel colors, playful themes, and asymmetrical designs.

Counter-Reformation: The Counter-Reformation was a response by the Catholic Church during the Baroque period to combat Protestant Reformation. It led to increased patronage of religious art as a means of promoting Catholic doctrine.