Shore Scene 1886

"Shore Scene," painted by William Merritt Chase in 1886, is a plein air oil on canvas painting of a beach scene. The artist utilizes loose brushstrokes to depict a wide expanse of beach, a distant coastline with structures, a few figures, and a blue sky. Chase is known for his impressionistic style and his ability to capture the effects of light and atmosphere. The painting's composition is simple, but the colors are vibrant and lively, giving the viewer a sense of the beach's tranquility.