Nude Recumbent
- Artist
- William Merritt Chase
- Date
- 1888
- Style
- Realism
- Genre
- Nude painting (nu)
William Merritt Chase's 1888 work, Nude Recumbent, exemplifies his mastery of the Realism genre, capturing the human form with lifelike precision. As a prominent American artist, Chase was known for his skillful technique and delicate handling of light and shadow. The title suggests a nude painting (nu) featuring a reclining figure, emphasizing naturalism and honest depiction. Chase’s style combines careful observation with refined brushwork, making the piece a notable example of late 19th-century Realist art focused on the human body.
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