Study of a Young Woman by William Merritt Chase. A half-length portrait of a young woman with dark, curly hair looking to the side, wearing a voluminous dark dress against a shadowy background.

Study of a Young Woman

William Merritt Chase

1883 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A striking 19th-century portrait featuring bold brushwork and a rich, atmospheric palette.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with steady character with warm, lived-in color — holds a formal wall with confidence.

Often works in
Library · Study · Living Room
Placement
Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
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Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
Color notes
Charcoal black

About the piece

Painted by American Impressionist William Merritt Chase in 1883, this study captures a young woman with a sense of quiet intensity. The work is characterized by Chase’s masterful handling of light on the sitter’s face and the deep, textured tones of her dark garments, reflecting the artist’s virtuosity and interest in atmospheric realism.