Definitions for: Chiaroscuro

[n] a monochrome picture made by using several different shades of the same color

Webster (1913) Definition: Chia`ro*scu"ro, Chiaro-oscuro Chi*a"ro-os*cu"ro,
n. [It., clear dark.]
(a) The arrangement of light and dark parts in a work of art,
such as a drawing or painting, whether in monochrome or
in color.
(b) The art or practice of so arranging the light and dark
parts as to produce a harmonious effect. Cf.
Clair-obscur.

See Also: grisaille, icon, ikon, image, picture

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