Edward Everett Hale (1822-1909)

William Merritt Chase

Created:

Movement:

unknown

Realism

key Notes:

Portraiture and Impressionistic brushwork.

Dimensions:

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"Edward Everett Hale (1822-1909)" is a portrait painted by William Merritt Chase in 1895, capturing the prominent American author and Unitarian minister known for his advocacy of social reform and his role in the literary community. The work exemplifies Chase's mastery of light and texture, reflecting the artist's commitment to realism and his ability to convey the subject's intellectual presence through careful attention to detail and composition.

Description of the work:

William Merritt Chase's painting "Edward Everett Hale (1822-1909)" presents a portrait of the American author and clergyman, characterized by a rich color palette and a dynamic interplay of light and shadow. The composition features Hale seated, adorned in formal attire, with a thoughtful expression, set against a softly rendered background that emphasizes his intellectual presence.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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