William Merritt Chase

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 would become Parsons The New School for Design.

Read more about William Merritt Chase:  Early Life and Training, Chase's Roles: Father, Artist, Teacher, Portrait Painting, Landscapes, Still Lifes, Honors and Late Career

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