Gray Day on the Lagoon (A Passenger Boat — Venice) 1913

"Gray Day on the Lagoon (A Passenger Boat — Venice)" is a 1913 oil painting by American artist William Merritt Chase. Known for his impressionistic style, Chase captures a serene scene on the Venetian lagoon, showcasing a fleet of boats under a hazy sky. The loose brushstrokes and vibrant color palette, especially in the depiction of the water and clouds, are characteristic of Chase's artistic approach. This piece reflects the artist's fascination with capturing the fleeting effects of light and atmosphere, a signature element of Impressionism.