What was Caravaggio's influence on Baroque painting?
He inspired the use of geometric shapes
He introduced the use of pastel colors
He inspired the drama of chiaroscuro without the psychological realism
He discouraged the use of religious themes
Answer
Caravaggio's innovations inspired Baroque painting, but the Baroque style incorporated the drama of his chiaroscuro without the psychological realism. This means that while Baroque artists adopted his dramatic use of light and shadow, they did not necessarily adopt his realistic portrayal of human emotions.
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