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Chiaro-Oscuro

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(1):

(n.) The art or practice of so arranging the light and dark parts as to produce a harmonious effect. Cf. Clair-obscur.

(2):

(n.) The arrangement of light and dark parts in a work of art, such as a drawing or painting, whether in monochrome or in color.

Bibliography Information
Webster, Noah. Entry for 'Chiaro-Oscuro'. Noah Webster's American Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​web/​c/chiaro-oscuro.html. 1828.
 
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