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rembrandtesque

/ˌrɛm.brænˈtɛsk/

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adjective

/ˌrɛm.brænˈtɛsk/C2formalart
  • ruОписывает что-то, напоминающее или характерное для голландского художника Рембрандта, особенно в плане драматического использования света и тени (кьяроскуро) или богатой, тёмной палитры.

Describes something that is reminiscent of or characteristic of the Dutch painter Rembrandt, especially in terms of dramatic use of light and shadow (chiaroscuro) or a rich, dark palette.

  1. In the manner of RembrandtC2formalart

    Resembling or characteristic of the style, technique, or themes of the Dutch painter Rembrandt van Rijn, especially in terms of dramatic use of light and shadow (chiaroscuro), rich color, and deep psychological insight.

    ruРембрандтовский

    • The portrait had a Rembrandtesque quality, with its masterful use of shadow to highlight the subject's face.
    • The photographer's use of a single light source created a Rembrandtesque effect in the studio.
    • The film's cinematography was praised for its Rembrandtesque lighting, giving the scenes a timeless, painterly feel.
Forms
  • more rembrandtesque comparative form
  • most rembrandtesque superlative form