Caravaggio’s Tenebrism - No. 85

Chiaroscuro and, particularly what is called tenebrism, are perhaps the most striking qualities in Caravaggio’s work. They are produced by the use of a very particular, and easy to understand and recreate, kind of studio lighting. Also shows other painters including Rembrandt, Vermeer, and the Boston School men to discuss studio light.

QUESTION: Can you talk about how Caravaggio manages to earn the effects of tenebrism and chiaroscuro? Especially on David with the Head of Goliath. DAVID