What distinguished Venetian painting of the late sixteenth century from works done in other Italian cities?

A. the use of oil paint on canvas
B. an emphasis on formal clarity and technical perfection
C. an interest in color, light, and loose expressive brushwork
D. the frequent use of nude figures


Answer: C

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