A Friendly Call (1895) – William Merritt Chase

A Friendly Call, painted by William Merritt Chase in 1895, is a refined American Impressionist genre scene set in his elegant Shinnecock Hills summer house, depicting two fashionably dressed women—his wife Alice and a visitor with hat, gloves, and parasol—in a large, airy room adorned with prints, paintings, textiles, and a gilt-framed mirror. Chase’s masterful use of light, facile brushwork, and everyday subject matter echo French Impressionism, yet his careful composition highlights abstract elements like rectangular floor patterns and curvilinear figures, possibly paying homage to Velázquez’s Las Meninas with its inventive mirror reflection. This reproduction adds a touch of genteel sophistication to any collection of late 19th-century American art.

This painting enhances a modern or vintage living room, complementing warm or neutral tones, and suits an elegant office for a cultured ambiance. It’s a thoughtful gift for art lovers or as a unique anniversary or housewarming present.

• Production: 1-3 days
• Shipping worldwide: 3-10 days

Choose between high-quality paper prints or professionally stretched canvas:

Fine Art Print (Paper)

• Printed using Giclée fine art technology on Enhanced Matte Art Paper, 200gsm (80lb).
• This museum-quality paper is perfect for high-resolution color graphics and illustrations.
• The matte finish highlights tones and subtle details, giving a rich, elegant look.
• Water-based inks, plastic-free, printed on sustainably sourced paper.
• Shipped in robust, protective packaging to ensure safe delivery.
• Can be hung with double-sided tape, tacks, or framed.
• Frame not included.

Stretched Canvas (Canvas Wrap) - Two Depth Options:

Slim - Frame depth: 19mm (0.75")
Thick - Frame depth: 38mm (1.5")

• Printed using 12-colour Giclée (Latex inkjet) process on premium canvas.
• Hand-stretched over a custom wooden frame made from European knotless pine (up to 3 meters wide).
• Each canvas is hand-finished by expert framers, with smooth, tight corners.
• The curved frame profile prevents contact with the canvas face - avoiding impression marks and surface cracks.
• Finger-jointed frame design ensures strong corner tension and resists warping.
• Wooden wedges are added on larger sizes to keep the canvas taut and allow for future re-stretching.
• Water-based inks, sustainably sourced materials, and vegan-friendly.
• Comes ready to hang - hanging hardware is included.

Kindly understand, colors may vary depending on your monitor settings.