Why was Rembrandt van Rijn's large painting Captain Frans Banning Cocq Mustering His Company also known as The Night Watch?
A. The painting was covered by a layer of grime and darkened varnish.
B. Captain Cocq's company was noted for parading at night.
C. Captain Cocq's company was charged with guarding Amsterdam after dark.
D. Rembrandt painted the work in a dark studio at night, using only candlelight.
Answer: A
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