Young Girl 1900

"Young Girl," a portrait by William Merritt Chase, is an oil painting completed in 1900. The painting features a young girl in a white blouse and a loose jacket, set against a dark background. The artist's signature, a loose, flowing script, is visible in the bottom left corner of the canvas. The subject, posed in a casual, yet poised manner, is rendered with a masterful use of light and shadow, characteristic of Chase's Impressionist style. The painting showcases the artist's skill in capturing the natural beauty of his subjects and his ability to evoke a sense of warmth and intimacy.