Big Copper Kettle and Fish by William Merritt Chase is a still-life composition that showcases the artist’s skill in capturing everyday objects with elegance and detail. The painting features a large copper kettle alongside a freshly caught fish, arranged against a richly colored backdrop. Chase’s use of light and shadow highlights the textures of the kettle and the fish, creating a sense of depth and realism. The composition reflects Chase’s appreciation for the beauty found in simple, ordinary subjects, and his ability to elevate them through his artistic vision.