Caliari developed a style that combined his father's use of colour with the moody lighting of Jacopo Bassano. He moved away from the bright tones of the High Renaissance toward a more tactile atmosphere. His figures often possess a softer quality than those of his father. He was particularly skilled at depicting textiles and the sheen of silk, which was a hallmark of the Venetian school.

Modern collectors value Caliari for his technical precision and his ability to capture quiet intimacy. His work is a bridge between the grand theatricality of Veronese and the naturalism of the coming Baroque era. These prints offer a sense of historical continuity. They provide a sophisticated look for interiors that require classical balance without the stiffness of earlier Renaissance portraiture.