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The [A href='https://ArtsDot.com/ADC/Art.nsf/Art_EN?Open&Query=woman+with+a+basket,woman,with,basket&']Woman with a Basket[/A] is a beautiful oil on canvas painting created by the American artist [A href='https://ArtsDot.com/ADC/Art.nsf/Art_EN?Open&Query=william+merritt+chase,william,merritt,chase&']William Merritt Chase[/A] in 1875. This masterpiece measures 111 x 86 cm and is a prime example of [B]Impressionism[/B]. The painting depicts a woman with long hair, wearing a white dress, with a basket on her arm and a warm smile on her face. [H2]The Painting's Composition[/H2] The woman's face is the main focus of the image, as she looks directly at the viewer. The background features a wall that is painted yellow, which adds to the overall warmth and inviting atmosphere of the painting. The use of light and color in the painting is characteristic of [B]Impressionism[/B], with soft brushstrokes and a focus on capturing the fleeting effects of natural light. The [A href='https://ArtsDot.com/ADC/Art.nsf/Art_EN?Open&Query=woman+with+a+basket,woman,with,basket&']Woman with a Basket[/A] is one of many notable works by [A href='https://ArtsDot.com/ADC/Art.nsf/Art_EN?Open&Query=william+merritt+chase,william,merritt,chase&']William Merritt Chase[/A], who was a prominent figure in American art during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Other notable works by the artist include [A href='https://ArtsDot.com/ADC/Art.nsf/Art_EN?Open&Query=keying+up,keying,the+court+jester,court,jester&']Keying Up, The Court Jester[/A] and [A href='https://ArtsDot.com/ADC/Art.nsf/Art_EN?Open&Query=the+moorish+warrior,moorish,warrior&']The Moorish Warrior[/A], which can be found on [A href='https://ArtsDot.com/@@/8BX27S-William-Merritt-Chase-Keying-Up-The-Court-Jester']https://ArtsDot.com[/A] and [A href='https://ArtsDot.com/@@/8BX2DA-William-Merritt-Chase-The-Moorish-Warrior']https://ArtsDot.com[/A]. [UL] [LI]The painting is a great example of [B]Impressionism[/B] and its use of light and color.[/LI] [LI]The woman's face is the main focus of the image, with a warm and inviting smile.[/LI] [LI]The background features a yellow wall, which adds to the overall warmth of the painting.[/LI] [/UL] [B]ArtsDot.com[/B] offers handmade oil painting reproductions of the [A href='https://ArtsDot.com/ADC/Art.nsf/Art_EN?Open&Query=woman+with+a+basket,woman,with,basket&']Woman with a Basket[/A], as well as other notable works by [A href='https://ArtsDot.com/ADC/Art.nsf/Art_EN?Open&Query=william+merritt+chase,william,merritt,chase&']William Merritt Chase[/A]. These reproductions are created using high-quality materials and techniques, ensuring that they are both beautiful and long-lasting. For more information on the [A href='https://ArtsDot.com/ADC/Art.nsf/Art_EN?Open&Query=woman+with+a+basket,woman,with,basket&']Woman with a Basket[/A] and other paintings by [A href='https://ArtsDot.com/ADC/Art.nsf/Art_EN?Open&Query=william+merritt+chase,william,merritt,chase&']William Merritt Chase[/A], visit [A href='https://ArtsDot.com/ADC/Art.nsf/O/8BX2EL/$File/William-Merritt-Chase-Woman-with-a-Basket.JPG']https://ArtsDot.com[/A]. [BR] The [A href='https://ArtsDot.com/ADC/Art.nsf/Art_EN?Open&Query=el+museo+santa+barbara+historical+society+museum,museo,santa,barbara,historical,society,museum&']El Museo Santa Barbara Historical Society Museum[/A] is another great resource for learning about American art and history, with a collection of artworks and artifacts that reflect the cultural heritage of Santa Barbara.