“A Summer Day” is an artwork by William Merritt Chase, created in 1895 using pastel as the medium. The piece belongs to the Impressionism art movement and is a landscape genre artwork with dimensions of 40.64 x 50.8 cm. It is currently housed at the Memorial Art Gallery at the University of Rochester in Rochester, New York, US.
The artwork depicts a tranquil summer scene with an expansive meadow bathed in sunlight. The grassy field is gently dappled with various shades of green and brown, utilizing the pastel medium to capture the soft textures and hues. In the middle distance, small mounds or rocks punctuate the horizon, accompanied by a scattering of trees that contribute to the serene atmosphere. The sky above is light and airy, featuring a delicate scattering of fluffy white clouds. This piece exemplifies the Impressionist style, emphasizing the play of light and color to evoke a peaceful and contemplative mood.
