The Cup of Tea by Mary Cassatt. A woman in a frilled pink dress and matching hat sits in a dark striped armchair, holding a teacup and saucer against a backdrop of potted flowers.

The Cup of Tea

Mary Cassatt

1880 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A luminous Impressionist portrait capturing a quiet, elegant moment of afternoon tea.

$243

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Where it works

A measured, restful work in a warmer tonal register — adds structure to a more polished room.

Often works in
Bedroom · Dining Room · Living Room
Placement
Strong for entryways, narrow walls, and vertical placements
Walls
Best with clear wall contrast
Color notes
Soft gray, Charcoal black

About the piece

Painted in 1880, this masterpiece by Mary Cassatt showcases her masterful ability to capture the intimate, private lives of women. The soft, luminous pink of the sitter's dress contrasts beautifully with the deep, gestural brushwork of the striped chair and the vibrant greenery of the background planter.