Still Life with Pepper and Carrot 1900

William Merritt Chase's "Still Life with Pepper and Carrot" from 1900 showcases the artist's mastery of light and shadow, a hallmark of his Impressionist style. The composition features a simple arrangement of everyday objects – a silver ladle, a Chinese porcelain vase, and a bowl with a golden interior, all against a dark background. The interplay of light and shadow, as well as the reflections on the surfaces of the objects, gives the still life a sense of depth and realism. The simple subject matter allows for the viewer to appreciate the artist's technical skill in capturing the subtleties of form and texture.