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A Family of Three at Tea

Richard Collins

1727

oil

canvas

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Rococo painting 18th Century

Dominant colour

A Family of Three at Tea is a 1727 oil by Richard Collins, a Rococo painting work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: Richard Collins
When & what style?: 1727 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

The painting depicts a family of three gathered around a table, enjoying tea. The man, seated in a chair, holds a teacup in his right hand, while the woman, also seated, holds a teacup in her left hand. A young girl stands to the left, holding a teacup in her right hand. The table is adorned with various tea-related items, including teapots, cups, and saucers. The background of the painting is dark, which helps to focus attention on the family and their tea. This intimate family scene is reminiscent of the works of Richard Collins, an English painter known for his portraits and domestic scenes.