Matthew” a great example of Caravaggio’s use of tenebrism, it also shows us his usage of strong realism, and dramatic gestures. Through exaggerated, but still human gestures, we get a sense of “liveliness” from the painting. We can see this looking at Matthew in his seated position, pointing towards himself, with an almost quizzical expression on his face. Over to the younger gentleman on the right, who almost seems to be about to lose his balance on the bench that he is sitting on. This, combined with Jesus’ outreached, almost pointing hand makes this entire painting seem to be almost
Matthew” a great example of Caravaggio’s use of tenebrism, it also shows us his usage of strong realism, and dramatic gestures. Through exaggerated, but still human gestures, we get a sense of “liveliness” from the painting. We can see this looking at Matthew in his seated position, pointing towards himself, with an almost quizzical expression on his face. Over to the younger gentleman on the right, who almost seems to be about to lose his balance on the bench that he is sitting on. This, combined with Jesus’ outreached, almost pointing hand makes this entire painting seem to be almost