A cup that cheers (1884) by Currier and Ives

A cup that cheers - Currier and Ives - 1884

Artwork Information

TitleA cup that cheers
ArtistCurrier and Ives
Date1884
Art MovementRomanticism

About A cup that cheers

The artwork titled “A Cup That Cheers,” created by Currier and Ives in 1884, belongs to the Romanticism art movement and falls under the genre of genre painting.

The artwork depicts three elderly women gathered around a table, indulging in a moment of tea drinking. Each woman wears a bonnet and traditional attire, typical of the late 19th century. The central figure pours tea from a teapot, creating a sense of camaraderie and shared enjoyment. The expressions on their faces suggest contentment and pleasure in the simple act of sharing tea. The artwork is accentuated by its monochromatic palette, emphasizing the gentle and serene atmosphere of this intimate social setting. Below the scene, a poem extols the comforting and uplifting qualities of tea, reinforcing the theme of solace and companionship found in such gatherings.

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