The Baroque style in art is a prominent artistic and architectural movement that originated in Europe during the late 16th century and reached its peak in the 17th century. It is characterized by its dramatic, dynamic, and theatrical qualities, which are often expressed through elaborate ornamentation, strong contrasts of light and shadow (chiaroscuro), and an emphasis on emotional intensity. The Baroque style emerged as a response to the more restrained and harmonious aesthetics of the Renaissance.