William Merritt Chase

William Merritt Chase was an American painter born in 1849, known for his contributions to the Impressionist movement. He specialized in capturing light and color, primarily through landscapes, still lifes, and portraits. Chase was a prominent figure in the art world, not just for his work but also as an influential teacher, founding the Art Students League in New York. His style combined realism with a loose, vibrant brushwork that evoked the feeling of light and atmosphere. Chase's legacy continues to be celebrated in American art for its beauty and innovative approach to representational painting.