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Why did Rembrandt use chiaroscuro lighting in so many of his portraits?
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Why did Rembrandt use chiaroscuro lighting in so many of his portraits?

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To draw attention to and reveal the subject's personality

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Answer:To draw attention to and reveal the subject's personality.

Explanation: Meaning there is more potential in the painting than most people would mainly think there would be.

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