Idle Hours (1894) – William Merritt Chase

Idle Hours, painted by William Merritt Chase around 1894, is a vibrant American Impressionist genre scene depicting a leisurely moment on Long Island, with Chase’s wife in a red bonnet, two daughters, and possibly his sister-in-law reading outdoors. Painted from his porch during his time as director of a summer art school, the work captures the fresh, vivid effects of sunlight and sea breeze over the bays and inlets. The loose brushstrokes and bright palette highlight the idyllic setting, making this reproduction a joyful addition to any collection of late 19th-century American art.

This painting enhances a coastal or modern living room, complementing warm or neutral tones, and suits a bright office for a cheerful vibe. It’s a thoughtful gift for family-oriented art lovers or as a unique birthday 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.