The artwork titled “Young Woman Before a Mirror,” created by William Merritt Chase circa 1887, is an oil painting on panel. It belongs to the Impressionism art movement and falls under the genre painting category. Currently, it resides in a private collection.
In the artwork, the young woman is depicted from the back, drawing the viewer’s attention to her posture and attire as she gazes into a mirror. The vibrant hues and loose brushwork characteristic of Impressionism can be seen in the rendering of her elegant dress and the intricate folds of the fabric. The reflection of the woman in the mirror adds a layer of depth and complexity to the composition, capturing a moment of quiet introspection and the intimate process of self-examination. The warm color palette, dominated by shades of orange and red, enhances the intimate ambiance of the scene, contrasting with the dark, rich tones of the mirror’s frame and surrounding environment.
