Carmencita (1890). William Merritt Chase (American, 1849–1916). Oil on canvas. MMOA.
Carmencita (1890). William Merritt Chase (American, 1849–1916). Oil on canvas. MMOA.Carmencita performed in Chase’s Tenth Street studio on the evening of April 1, 1890. After this memorable recital, Chase painted this lively portrait of her, showing her in motion as she clicks her castanets in her hands. Chase suggests the audience’s enthusiasm by including a gold bracelet and flowers that they tossed at her feet. -- source link
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