Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio is known for his early religious paintings that synthesize with the late Renaissance and the decline of the Church's power. His bold, naturalistic style revolutionized Renaissance art by introducing a new style that was adopted by many artists. ... Living with Petersano and working in his studio introduced Caravaggio to Renaissance art. ... Caravaggio's stay in Rome helped him learn more about art. ... This Baroque style of art served as a reaction against the intricate logic and reason that began to dominate the Late Renaissance with the help of peo...

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