Merchant's wife on the balcony 1920

"Merchant's Wife on the Balcony" by Boris Kustodiev, painted in 1920, depicts a woman in a red dress and headscarf enjoying tea on a balcony. The setting suggests a traditional Russian countryside, with a samovar, a watermelon, and a cat adding to the cozy atmosphere. Kustodiev, known for his vibrant colors and stylized figures, captured the essence of Russian life in this charming painting. The scene radiates warmth and contentment, reflecting a sense of everyday domesticity.