William Merritt Chase
William Merritt Chase | |
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Chase in 1900 | |
| Born | November 1, 1849 Nineveh, Indiana, US |
| Died | October 25, 1916 (aged 66) New York City, US |
| Education | National Academy of Design; Academy of Fine Arts, Munich, |
| Known for | Portrait painting; landscape art |
| Movement | Impressionism |
| Awards | Philadelphia Centennial Exposition medal |
William Merritt Chase (November 1, 1849 – October 25, 1916) was an American painter, known as an exponent of Impressionism and as a teacher. He is also responsible for establishing the Chase School, which later became the Parsons School of Design.