1875
oil
canvas
From the collection of Clark Art Institute
Portrait of a Man is a 1875 oil by William Merritt Chase, a American Impressionism work, depicting Man, held at Clark Art Institute.
This painting is a portrait of a man with a beard and mustache, wearing a dark suit and white shirt. The background is a dark brown color. The man's face is painted in a realistic style, with attention to detail in the facial features and expression. The brushstrokes are visible, giving the painting a textured look. The overall effect of the painting is one of quiet contemplation, with the subject lost in thought. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up William Merritt Chase.
William Merritt Chase (November 1, 1849 – October 25, 1916) was an American painter, known as an exponent of Impressionism and as a teacher.
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