Which painter is known for dramatic contrasts of light and dark, called chiaroscuro, and for works such as The Calling of Saint Matthew?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Caravaggio
- Step 1: Caravaggio used strong shadows and ordinary models. Step 2. The Calling of Saint Matthew is in the church of San Luigi dei Francesi in Rome. Answer: Caravaggio. Why not the others: Titian was known for colour, Giotto for early naturalism and Piero for geometric clarity.
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