The artwork, titled “Seated Woman in Yellow Striped Gown” by William Merritt Chase, was created circa 1885 and executed using pastel. It belongs to the Impressionism art movement and features dimensions of 50.8 x 60.96 cm. This portrait is currently housed in a private collection.
In “Seated Woman in Yellow Striped Gown,” the painter captures a woman sitting on a chair, garbed in an elegant yellow gown accented with white stripes. The woman’s relaxed posture and gentle expression suggest a sense of calmness and introspection. The detailed rendering of her gown contrasts starkly with the rest of the composition, which remains sketchy and unfinished, drawing the viewer’s attention predominantly to the subject. The choice to leave parts of the background and additional elements merely sketched adds a dynamic and somewhat ethereal quality to the piece, characteristic of Chase’s mastery in blending detail with impressionistic suggestions. The careful application of pastel highlights the delicate textures and subtle color shifts, enhancing the overall softness and ambiance of the portrait.
