| Property |
Value |
| @id | the:ValueCompression |
| type | Art, Composition, Concept, formal analysis, Resource, Visual Analysis, Visual Arts |
| broader | Composition, Formal Analysis, Interpretation, Value Structure, visual art term |
| definition | A condition in which the range of values is narrowed, often resulting in reduced contrast and diminished sense of depth. |
| inScheme | Watercolor Criticism Scheme |
| label | Value Compression |
| related | Value Range |
| scope note | Can occur intentionally for atmospheric effect or unintentionally as a technical limitation. Mid-tone compression is particularly common. |
| skos:altLabel | Tonal Compression |