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
story of the work:

"Fish" by William Merritt Chase, created around 1910, exemplifies the artist's interest in still life and his mastery of color and light. The painting reflects Chase's commitment to capturing the beauty of everyday objects, showcasing his skill in rendering textures and forms.

Description of the work:

William Merritt Chase's "Fish," created in 1910, showcases a still life composition featuring a variety of fish arranged on a textured surface, rendered with a keen attention to detail and vibrant color. The use of oil on canvas allows for a rich interplay of light and shadow, enhancing the naturalistic qualities of the subjects and emphasizing their tactile surfaces.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Fish