How is the word светотень translated from Russian to English

English translation
chiaroscuro
noun

Использование резкого света и тени в живописи.

The use of strong light and shade in art.

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  • Караваджо знаменит своей светотенью. — Caravaggio is famous for his chiaroscuro.

  • Светотень делает комнату гораздо глубже. — The chiaroscuro makes the room look much deeper.

  • Учитель объяснил светотень с помощью двух свечей. — Our teacher explained chiaroscuro using two candles.

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