Chiaroscuro Collection (page 10)

Two boys by candlelight, blowing a bladder, c. 1767-73 (oil on canvas)
HEH416408 Two boys by candlelight, blowing a bladder, c.1767-73 (oil on canvas) by Wright of Derby, Joseph (1734-97); 91.4x72.1 cm; Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens, San Marino

Peasant Couple Eating, 1621 (oil on canvas)
3746148 Peasant Couple Eating, 1621 (oil on canvas) by Tour, Georges de la (1593-1652); 74x87 cm; Gemaldegalerie, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin

Calvary, 1649 (oil on oak wood)
3597122 Calvary, 1649 (oil on oak wood) by Flinck, Govaert (1615-60); 119x90 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel, Switzerland; Dutch, out of copyright

The Grandmother, 1889 (oil on canvas)
3428186 The Grandmother, 1889 (oil on canvas) by Page, Walter Gilman (1862-1934); (92.39x73.34 cm; Los Angeles County Museum of Art, CA, USA; American, out of copyright

St Sebastian Tended by the Holy Women, c. 1590-1650 (oil on canvas)
3792057 St Sebastian Tended by the Holy Women, c.1590-1650 (oil on canvas) by Italian School; 168.3x108 cm; Leeds Museums and Art Galleries (Temple Newsam House) UK; (add.info)

Boy bitten by a lizard, 1596-97 (oil on canvas)
3900540 Boy bitten by a lizard, 1596-97 (oil on canvas) by Caravaggio, Michelangelo Merisi da (1571-1610); Roberto Longhi Foundation, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

The Last Supper, 1664 (oil on canvas)
3545957 The Last Supper, 1664 (oil on canvas) by Eeckhout, Gerbrandt van den (1621-74); 100x142 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; Dutch, out of copyright

Apostle Paul, 1627-9 (oil on canvas)
3545962 Apostle Paul, 1627-9 (oil on canvas) by Lievens, Jan the Elder (1607-74); 119x108 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; Dutch, out of copyright

Portrait of an Artist, 1725-75 (oil on canvas)
2829314 Portrait of an Artist, 1725-75 (oil on canvas) by French School, (18th century); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums, Galleries & Archives; Purchased, 1931.; French

Typical English family gathered around the fireside, with the firelight reflecting on their faces. Date: 1922

Il concerto (o Concerto interrotto), 1512 (olio su tela)
5974607 Il concerto (o Concerto interrotto), 1512 (olio su tela) by Titian (Tiziano Vecellio) (c.1488-1576); 122x108 cm; Palazzo Pitti, Florence, Italy; Luisa Ricciarini; Italian, out of copyright

St. Charles carrying the Holy Nail
5974605 St. Charles carrying the Holy Nail by Varallo, Tanzio da (c.1575/80-c.1633); Chiesa di San Lorenzo, Cellio, Vercelli, Italy; Luisa Ricciarini; Italian, out of copyright

Annunciation (oil on canvas)
712290 Annunciation (oil on canvas) by Stanzione, Massimo (1585-1656); 226x180.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright

Mothers Little Helper (oil on canvas)
474161 Mothers Little Helper (oil on canvas) by Hoog, Bernard de (1866-1943); 50.1x65.4 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Dutch, out of copyright

The Sacrifice of Isaac (oil on canvas)
CH466681 The Sacrifice of Isaac (oil on canvas) by Lanfranco, Giovanni (1582-1647) (school of); 95.8x75.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright

Christ the Man of Sorrows (oil on canvas)
CH261381 Christ the Man of Sorrows (oil on canvas) by Murillo, Bartolome Esteban (1618-82); 63.5x53.3 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Spanish, out of copyright

The Rest on the Flight into Egypt, c. 1512-15 (oil on wood)
3614132 The Rest on the Flight into Egypt, c.1512-15 (oil on wood) by David, Gerard (c.1460-1523); 50.8x43.2 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

The Letter, c. 1865 (oil on wood)
3614120 The Letter, c.1865 (oil on wood) by Corot, Jean Baptiste Camille (1796-1875); 54.6x36.2 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; French, out of copyright

Christ Crucified between the Two Thieves: The Three Crosses
3614057 Christ Crucified between the Two Thieves: The Three Crosses, 1653 (drypoint printed on vellum) by Rembrandt Harmensz

The Return of the Prodigal Son, c. 1630-50 (oil on canvas)
2829677 The Return of the Prodigal Son, c.1630-50 (oil on canvas) by Master of the Annunciation to the Shepherds (17th century); 100.5x124 cm; Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Blowing the Candle, 1825-31 (oil on canvas)
2829308 Blowing the Candle, 1825-31 (oil on canvas) by Sharples, Rolinda (1794-1838); 70x90 cm; Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums, Galleries & Archives; Purchased, 1931.; American

Boy with the hat with feathers
3433565 Boy with the hat with feathers by Unknown Artist, (16th century); Galleria Spada, Rome, Lazio, Italy; (add.info.: Anonimo sec.XVII " Ragazzo con il berretto piumato" - Roma)

The Holy Family, c. 1621-2 (oil on wood)
3545951 The Holy Family, c.1621-2 (oil on wood) by Jordaens, Jacob (1593-1678); 122x92 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; Flemish, out of copyright

Musical Company, 1626 (oil on panel)
3545932 Musical Company, 1626 (oil on panel) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69); 63.5x48 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Girl with an Oil Lamp at a Window, 1645-75 (oil on panel)
3545867 Girl with an Oil Lamp at a Window, 1645-75 (oil on panel) by Dou, Gerrit or Gerard (1613-75); 18.5x17.1 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: ); Dutch, out of copyright

Penelope Unraveling Her Web, 1783-4 (oil on canvas)
3545835 Penelope Unraveling Her Web, 1783-4 (oil on canvas) by Wright of Derby, Joseph (1734-97); 106x131.4 cm; J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

Lot and His Daughters, c. 1622 (oil on canvas)
3545797 Lot and His Daughters, c.1622 (oil on canvas) by Gentileschi, Orazio (1563-1639); 151.8x189.2 cm; J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.: From the safety of a cave)

Figures in an interior around a lantern (oil on canvas)
3707824 Figures in an interior around a lantern (oil on canvas) by Paolini, Pietro (1603-1681); 125x160.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright

The Sleeping Student, 1663 (oil on wood)
3588414 The Sleeping Student, 1663 (oil on wood) by Verhout or Voorhout, Constantin (fl.1663-7); 38x31 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; Dutch, out of copyright

The Penitent Magdalen, c. 1650-65 (oil on wood)
3588378 The Penitent Magdalen, c.1650-65 (oil on wood) by Dou, Gerrit or Gerard (1613-75); 26x19 cm; National Museum, Stockholm

Study for Detail of the Sarcophagus and Canopy of the Tomb of Mastino II della Scala at
1218040 Study for Detail of the Sarcophagus and Canopy of the Tomb of Mastino II della Scala at Verona, 1852 (graphite and watercolour on wove paper) by Ruskin, John (1819-1900); Ashmolean Museum

Study for General Chiaroscuro of the Sarcophagus and Canopy of the Tomb of Mastino II
1218039 Study for General Chiaroscuro of the Sarcophagus and Canopy of the Tomb of Mastino II della Scala at Verona, c. 1869 (graphite on paper) by Ruskin, John (1819-1900); Ashmolean Museum

Crowning with Thorns in the Light of a Lantern (oil on canvas)
703122 Crowning with Thorns in the Light of a Lantern (oil on canvas) by Bigot, Trophime (c.1595-p.1650); Santa Maria in Aquiro, Rome, Italy; French, out of copyright

Female Nude from the Side, 1830 (oil on millboard)
PNH352447 Female Nude from the Side, 1830 (oil on millboard) by Etty, William (1787-1849); 70x30 cm; Private Collection; Photo ePeter Nahum at The Leicester Galleries, London; English

Nude Female Standing (oil on Millboard)
PNH352443 Nude Female Standing (oil on Millboard) by Etty, William (1787-1849); 61x43 cm; Private Collection; Photo ePeter Nahum at The Leicester Galleries, London; English, out of copyright

Blind Old Beggar, c. 1632 (oil on canvas)
ALM283409 Blind Old Beggar, c.1632 (oil on canvas) by Ribera, Jusepe de (lo Spagnoletto) (1591-1652); 124.5x101.7 cm; Allen Memorial Art Museum, Oberlin College, Ohio

Boy Drawing by Candlelight (oil on canvas)
GRH242149 Boy Drawing by Candlelight (oil on canvas) by Schalken or Schalcken, Godfried (1643-1706); Private Collection; Dutch, out of copyright

Joseph and the Angel, 1652 (oil on canvas) (detail of 3126)
BBC197671 Joseph and the Angel, 1652 (oil on canvas) (detail of 3126) by Tour, Georges de la (1593-1652); total = 93x81 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Nantes

Head of a Man, c. 1825 (oil on canvas)
450152 Head of a Man, c.1825 (oil on canvas) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69) (after); 57.2x43.8 cm; The Holburne Museum, Bath, UK; eHolburne Museum; Dutch, out of copyright

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Chiaroscuro, a term derived from the Italian words "chiaro" meaning light and "scuro" meaning dark, refers to the technique of using strong contrasts between light and shadow in visual arts. This artistic method has been employed by numerous renowned artists throughout history, such as Diego Velazquez, Raphael, and many others. In Diego Velazquez's painting "Old Woman Cooking Eggs, " created in 1618, chiaroscuro is evident through the dramatic interplay of light and shadow on the subject's face. The contrast highlights her weathered features while adding depth and dimension to the overall composition. Similarly, in his masterpiece "Christ before the High Priest, " painted in 1617, Velazquez skillfully uses chiaroscuro to emphasize Christ's solemn expression amidst a dimly lit setting. The play of light enhances both the emotional intensity of the scene and creates a sense of mystery. Another notable example is Albrecht Dürer's engraving titled "Melencolia I. " Created during the Renaissance period, this artwork showcases intricate details illuminated by contrasting areas of darkness. Chiaroscuro here serves not only as an aesthetic choice but also symbolizes melancholy itself. Moving forward in time to Jan van Kessel II's still life painting "Still Life of Asparagus" from 1699; chiaroscuro plays a significant role in highlighting each individual stalk against a dark background. This technique adds realism to the arrangement while creating an atmosphere that draws attention to every delicate detail. Raphael's monumental work "The Transfiguration of Christ, " completed between 1516-1520, exemplifies how they are be used for narrative purposes. By employing strong contrasts between light and shadow on different figures within this religious scene, Raphael effectively guides viewers' focus towards key elements or characters. Even modern artists have embraced this technique.