The artwork, titled “Girl in a Japanese Costume,” was created by William Merritt Chase in the year 1890. Executed in oil on canvas, this portrait belongs to the Impressionism and Japonism movements. The dimensions of the artwork are 62.5 x 39.8 cm.
In this portrait, a young woman is depicted wearing a traditional Japanese kimono adorned with intricate patterns and vibrant colors. The background is a muted, warm tone which draws attention to the delicately rendered face of the subject, capturing her serene expression and soft features. The brushwork exemplifies Chase’s deft use of texture and light, contributing to the overall impressionistic quality of the piece. The juxtaposition of the Western artistic style with the Eastern attire underscores the influence of Japonism on Western art during this period.
