The Big Oleander 1907

"The Big Oleander" is an oil on canvas painting by American artist William Merritt Chase, known for his Impressionistic style. Created in 1907, the piece depicts a picturesque scene of a garden, with a large oleander bush in the foreground. The painting showcases Chase's masterful handling of light and color, capturing the sunlit hues of the garden. The work demonstrates Chase's interest in capturing fleeting moments of beauty in nature, a characteristic shared by other Impressionist painters. The painting is currently held in a private collection, and its delicate depiction of the oleander bush makes it a treasured example of Chase's signature style.