Cup of Chocolate (La Tasse de chocolat) by Pierre-Auguste Renoir. An Impressionist portrait of a young woman in a feathered hat and pink blouse, leaning her head on her hand while stirring a cup of chocolate.

Cup of Chocolate (La Tasse de chocolat)

Pierre-Auguste Renoir

1914 · Oil Paint, Canvas

An intimate Impressionist portrait of a woman in quiet contemplation over a cup of chocolate.

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Where it works

A calm artwork with moderate presence in walnut and cognac tones — sits quietly within a room.

Often works in
Living Room · Bedroom · Dining Room
Placement
Reads naturally where the wall has more height than width
Walls
Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Rich brown, Aged gold, Charcoal black

About the piece

Painted in 1914, this late work by Pierre-Auguste Renoir captures a quiet moment of domestic leisure with his signature luminous brushwork and warm color palette. The subject's thoughtful pose and the soft textures of her feathered hat and ruffled collar exemplify the artist's focus on beauty and the play of light.