William Merritt Chase: The Complete Catalogue of Known and Documented Work by William Merritt Chase (1849-1916), Vol. 2: Portraits in Oil
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Book Synopsis: The great American artist William Merritt Chase (1849–1916) completed a wide variety of portraits over his long career. Among his subjects were presidents, businessmen, celebrities, New York luminaries, and members of his family as well as a number of self-portraits. Chase’s ability to capture a likeness was renowned, yet it was his dashing and bravura brushwork that truly set his portraits apart. This highly anticipated book presents the entire collection of Chase’s known portraits in oil. Each is gorgeously reproduced, and many are published in color for the first time.
This is the second of four volumes cataloguing the complete works of William Merritt Chase. The catalogue raisonné project has presented immense challenges, for Chase kept no records at all, and staggering numbers of forgeries of his work appeared soon after he died. Finding many of his portraits was especially difficult, as no log book of sitters has been located and no other records exist for those works that were not publicly exhibited. Nevertheless, Ronald G. Pisano’s meticulous research has uncovered more than six hundred portraits in private and public collections. Among the most notable are Chase’s penetrating portrait of James Abbott McNeill Whistler (The Metropolitan Museum of Art), a commanding portrait of Dora Wheeler (Cleveland Museum of Art), The Feather Fan featuring Chase’s oldest daughter, Alice (Musée d’Orsay, Paris), and a 1908 self-portrait (Uffizi Gallery, Florence).
Published in association with the Pisano/Chase Catalogue Raisonne Project
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Discover the extraordinary talent of American artist William Merritt Chase with his captivating portraits in oil. In "William Merritt Chase: The Complete Catalogue of Known and Documented Work, Vol. 2", you will embark on a journey through Chase's iconic career, spanning from breathtaking presidential portraits to mesmerizing self-portraits. Experience his remarkable ability to capture the true essence of his subjects with unparalleled detail and precision.
What truly sets Chase's portraits apart is his masterful brushwork. Each stroke exudes confidence and vitality, creating a vibrant and dynamic representation of the individual. Be prepared to be captivated by the dashing and bravura style that made Chase a celebrated artist of his time. Now, for the first time, many of these extraordinary works are published in color, allowing you to fully appreciate the richness and depth of Chase's artistic vision.
This eagerly awaited second volume of the four-volume catalogue raisonné project presents the complete collection of Chase's known portraits in oil. Despite the immense challenges faced during the research process, Ronald G. Pisano's meticulous efforts have resulted in the discovery of over six hundred portraits in private and public collections. Be one of the few to own this comprehensive compilation of Chase's exceptional body of work.
Indulge your passion for art and immerse yourself in the splendor of Chase's portraits. Witness his piercing portrayal of James Abbott McNeill Whistler at The Metropolitan Museum of Art or experience the commanding presence of Dora Wheeler at the Cleveland Museum of Art. Allow yourself to be enchanted by "The Feather Fan," featuring Chase's own daughter, Alice, displayed at the Musée d'Orsay, Paris. And don't miss the opportunity to admire Chase's self-portrait from 1908 at the Uffizi Gallery, Florence. Each reproduction is gorgeously presented, ensuring an unrivaled visual experience.
Don't let this exceptional opportunity pass you by. Unlock the world of William Merritt Chase's portraits today and witness the magic of his brushwork come to life. Published in association with the Pisano/Chase Catalogue Raisonne Project, this book is a must-have for art enthusiasts, collectors, and anyone seeking to delve into the extraordinary legacy of one of America's greatest artists.
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