The artwork, titled “The Red Sash,” was created in 1895 by the artist William Merritt Chase. Rendered in oil on canvas, this piece belongs to the Impressionism movement and is classified under the portrait genre. The dimensions of the artwork are 65.1 x 82.2 cm.
In the artwork, a young girl is depicted standing against a somber, reddish-brown backdrop. She is attired in a flowing white dress adorned with puffy sleeves and accented by a vibrant red sash tied around her waist. Her hat, featuring a wide brim and a dark ribbon, adds a sense of rustic charm to her appearance. The girl’s serene yet thoughtful expression is captured with refined brushstrokes, exemplifying Chase’s mastery of light and texture characteristic of Impressionism. The soft interplay of colors and the meticulous attention to detail evoke a sense of calm and contemplation in this elegantly composed portrait.
