The Merchant's Wife at Tea 1918

"The Merchant's Wife at Tea" (1918) by Boris Kustodiev depicts a wealthy woman enjoying tea and pastries on her balcony. The painting, characteristic of Kustodiev's style, is vibrantly colored and features a rich, detailed composition. The woman, dressed in a luxurious gown, is the focal point of the work, while the background reveals a bustling Russian town and a traditional samovar. Kustodiev's "Merchant's Wife at Tea" exemplifies the artist's fascination with Russian life and culture, capturing a moment of leisure and opulence.