Created:
Movement:
1910
Impressionism
key Notes:
Still life, Realism
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Dimensions:
29 x 36 in. (73.7 x 91.4 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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William Merritt Chase's "Fish" (1910)

William Merritt Chase (1849–1916) was a prominent American painter known for his contributions to the American Impressionist movement. His painting titled "Fish", created in 1910, exemplifies his adept use of oil on canvas to capture the nuances of light and texture. This work reflects Chase's interest in still life, a genre through which he explored the interplay of color and form. Chase's ability to infuse everyday subjects with a sense of vitality and immediacy is evident in this piece. As an influential teacher, Chase's impact extended beyond his own work, shaping the careers of numerous American artists in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His legacy is marked by a dedication to both innovation in painting and the education of future generations of artists.

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Fish by William Merritt Chase (1910)

The painting "Fish" by William Merritt Chase, created in 1910, is an oil on canvas work that exemplifies Chase's adeptness in still life, capturing the texture and sheen of fish with impressionistic brushwork. This artwork reflects Chase's ability to blend realism with a loose, painterly style, characteristic of his later works.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Fish