At the seaside

"At the seaside" is an oil painting on canvas created circa 1892 by American artist William Merritt Chase. This work, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, captures a lively seaside scene on Long Island, New York. Chase's brushwork reflects the influence of Impressionism, emphasizing light and atmosphere. Although primarily a genre painting, it also showcases the artist’s mastery in depicting everyday life and outdoor settings. The vibrant colors and loose brushstrokes evoke a sense of immediacy and candidness, characteristic of Chase’s innovative approach to capturing leisure moments by the sea.