Baroque: Drama, Grandeur, and Contrast
The Baroque style flourished in Europe from the late 16th to the mid-18th century. It is characterized by exaggerated motion and clear detail used to produce drama, tension, and exuberance.
Visual Characteristics
- Chiaroscuro: Strong contrasts between light and dark to create volume and drama.
- Dynamic Composition: Using diagonal lines and swirling forms to suggest movement.
- Rich Detail: Intricate ornamentation in both painting and architecture.
Leading Figures
Caravaggio, Gian Lorenzo Bernini, and Rembrandt.