This is exemplified by The Tribute Money by Massac
This is exemplified by The Tribute Money by Massacio and by Self-Portrait at Twenty-Two by Rembrandt. It is similar to, but simpler than, tenebroso. It often is used in woodcuts, and it is helpful in showing volume or creating dramatic effect in a painting. It is also used in sketches and monochromes. Give this term which combines the Italian words for light and dark.
This is exemplified by The Tribute Money by Massacio and by Self-Portrait at Twenty-Two by Rembrandt.