The Blue Cup 1909

"The Blue Cup" (1909) by Joseph DeCamp is a realist painting that depicts a woman in a white dress and apron holding up a blue cup to the light. The woman's face is illuminated by a soft, warm light that contrasts with the darker background. The painting is considered a fine example of DeCamp's mastery of light and shadow, and his ability to capture the beauty of everyday life. It is on display at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, Massachusetts.