The Kimono

The Kimono, a painting from 1895, is an oil on canvas artwork by William Merritt Chase. This 0.895 meter high and 1.15 meter wide painting is currently held at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum.

The painting depicts a woman in a kimono, seated in a chair and engrossed in a book. Her face is hidden from view, but the warm light and soft brushstrokes create a serene and intimate atmosphere. The intricate details of the kimono and the surrounding room are rendered with Chase's characteristic Impressionistic style.