“Pulling for Shore” is an artwork by the esteemed artist William Merritt Chase, created in 1886. The artwork, executed in oil on panel, belongs to the Impressionism movement. It measures 45.09 by 76.2 centimeters and is a landscape genre painting. The piece is currently held in a private collection.
The artwork depicts a serene scene of a lone individual rowing a small boat across a tranquil body of water. The boat occupies the forefront of the composition, with gentle ripples spreading out from its oars. The water reflects the calmness of the scene, carrying delicate hints of sky and surrounding greenery. In the background, a lush and vibrant landscape stretches across the horizon, characterized by a line of trees standing tall against the sky. The overall atmosphere of the painting exudes a peaceful and contemplative mood, characteristic of Chase’s adept handling of light and atmospheric effects, emphasizing the quiet beauty of everyday moments in nature.
