Cafe
1928
oil
From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts
1928
oil
From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts
This painting depicts a cafe scene, with a woman sitting at a table in the foreground. She wears a hat and a white dress with blue stripes, and holds a plate with a cup and a spoon. Behind her, other people are visible through a window, including a woman in a blue dress and a man in a white shirt. The painting features a range of colors, including blues, greens, and yellows, which are applied in bold brushstrokes. The overall effect is one of energy and movement, capturing the vibrant atmosphere of a bustling cafe. To learn more about the artist's use of color and light, explore the technique of glazing.