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Tea Party, by Willem van Mieris, oil, 1700

Tea Party

Willem van Mieris

1700

oil

panel

From the collection of Department of Paintings of the Louvre

Dominant colour

Overview

Tea Party is a 1700 oil by Willem van Mieris, a Rococo painting work, depicting Dog, held at Department of Paintings of the Louvre.

Who painted this?
Willem van Mieris
When & what style?
1700 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?
Department of Paintings of the Louvre

About this work

In this painting, a woman in a long, flowing dress sits on the floor, holding a teacup. Another woman, also dressed in a long gown, sits at a table, pouring tea from a teapot. A dog is present in the scene. The room is dimly lit, with a few objects scattered around, including a plate of fruit and a pair of shoes. The women are engaged in a quiet activity, surrounded by the comforts of their home. The atmosphere is peaceful, with a sense of intimacy and warmth. This painting is reminiscent of the work of Willem van Mieris, a Dutch painter known for his detailed and realistic depictions of everyday life.

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