Vijf uur thee
1883-1884
Step into the ultimate 1880s VIP lounge, where American expat Julius Leblanc Stewart—nicknamed the 'Painter of Society'—captures a lavish afternoon tea that feels more like a high-stakes social event than a quiet break. The women are decked out in elaborate bustles and feathered hats that probably weigh more than the silver teapot, while a golden retriever in the foreground prays for a dropped crumb. It’s a perfect snapshot of Gilded Age excess, freezing a moment where the biggest drama is likely who gets the last slice of cake or who is whispering about whom.
- Technique
- Oil on canvas