Study of Flesh Color and Gold (1888) — William Merritt Chase
Pearl skin against gilded silk. Chase’s celebrated studio nude sets a poised figure before Japanese textiles, the warm gold of a draped kimono amplifying the cool, luminous tones of flesh. Elegant, modern, and painterly—sensuality rendered with classical restraint.
Why it captivates
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Masterful colour harmony — the dialogue of soft skin tones and rich golds.
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Studio elegance — refined composition, controlled light, and sumptuous fabrics.
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Japonisme touch — Eastern motifs heighten the work’s modern sophistication.
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Painter’s surface — confident brushwork and velvet half-tones reward close viewing.
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Statement piece — intimate yet grand, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and studios.
What you’ll see
A full-length nude posed with a draped kimono and golden screen—profile turned, weight settled with calm dignity. Highlights skim shoulders and fabric folds; the pared-back setting keeps focus on form, colour, and light.
A richer historical frame
Painted in 1888, this work joins late 19th-century American Impressionism with the era’s fascination for Japonisme. In Chase’s hands, the studio becomes a theatre for tonal study—flesh and gold orchestrated into a quiet symphony of light, texture, and poise.
Choose your finish
🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp detail, minimal glare.
💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—perfect for busy spaces.
🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for deep tone and fine gradation.
🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
Size (W × H)
608 × 841 mm (approx. 23.94 × 33.11 in)
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Orientation: Portrait
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Aspect ratio: ~0.723 : 1 (≈ 13 : 18)
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Nearest standard frame: A1 (594 × 841 mm) — portrait
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Framing tips:
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Use an A1 frame with a custom mat window cut to ~604 × 837 mm (2–3 mm overlap).
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Contemporary: float-mount in A1 to reveal the sheet edge and create a clean shadow gap.
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Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
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| Title | Study of Flesh Color and Gold |
| Artist | William Merritt Chase |
| Date | 1888 |
| Context | American Impressionism; Japonisme-inflected studio interior |
| Print Size | 608 mm (W) × 841 mm (H) |
| Available Finishes | Paper, Laminated, Laminated + Timber Hang Rails, Canvas, Canvas + Timber Hang Rails |
| Paper Weight | 160 gsm archival matte |
| Laminate | 2 × 80-micron gloss (true encapsulation) |
| Canvas Weight | 395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas |
| Inks | Pigment-based, fade-resistant |
| Optional Hang Rails | Natural timber, lacquered; fitted hanging cord (allow up to 10 working days) |
| Origin | Printed in Australia |
Who it’s for
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Collectors of 19th-century painting and studio interiors
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Designers & stylists seeking refined, tonal warmth
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Art lovers drawn to classical poise with modern accents
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Gift-givers after an elegant, quietly sensuous masterpiece
Our Commitment
Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and historical integrity of your piece.
Invite Chase’s luminous calm into your space—order your Study of Flesh Color and Gold print today.
