Distinguished American painter (1849–1916) best known for his society portraits rendered in his distinctive impressionist style. Uncommon original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo of Chase looking through a spyglass by Heinrich Max of Munich, signed and inscribed on the reverse in black ink “From your sincere friend Will. M. Chase, Munich, June 29 1875, J. W. Pattison Esq.” In very good condition, with scattered light toning and soiling to reverse, and scattered light soiling and spotting to image side, as well as some scattered light silvering. RRAuction COA.
