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AP European History
Unit 2 – Reformation
Topic 2.7
Why was chiaroscuro, a distinctive feature of Baroque painting, considered revolutionary during its era?
It enabled faster drying times for oil paintings.
It allowed paintings to be viewed clearly under candlelight only.
It provided unprecedented depth through stark light-dark contrasts.
It involved novel paint mixing techniques for brighter colors.
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AP European History - 2.7 Mannerism and Baroque Art
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