“A Sunny Afternoon, Shinnecock Hills,” created by William Merritt Chase in 1898, is an oil painting on panel that exemplifies the Impressionist art movement. Measuring 30.48 by 38.1 cm, the artwork is classified as a landscape and resides in a private collection.
The artwork captures a serene and sunny landscape in Shinnecock Hills, enveloped by a vast, clear sky adorned with a few scattered clouds. The scene is dominated by an expansive meadow with hues of green and yellow. A winding path draws the viewer’s eye into the distance, leading towards the horizon where small clusters of trees can be seen. The brushstrokes are loose and vivid, characteristic of the Impressionist style, conveying a sense of immediacy and the transient effects of sunlight on the landscape. The overall mood of the artwork evokes a peaceful and idyllic summer afternoon.
