Portrait of a Venetian Family with a Manservant Serving Coffee — Pietro Longhi

Pietro Longhi. Painted c. 1752.

In his paintings, Longhi usually poked gentle fun at the everyday activities of the Venetian elite. This is not, however, the case here. It is simply a portrait of a family drinking coffee, with the lady of the house taking centre stage. The conspicuous inclusion of the servant is noteworthy. He must have been a valued member of the household.

From the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Currently on display in European court art, 18th Century, Main building.

oil paint (paint), canvas · Original size: 48.2 × 60.2 cm · Purchased with the support of the BankGiro Lottery

Print: 48.2 × 60.2 cm, printed on Hahnemühle FineArt archival cotton paper. Museum-grade reproduction quality, true to the colours and detail of the original work.

Frame (optional): a custom-made wooden frame in a matte black finish, cut to the exact dimensions of this print, with an off-white passe-partout mat and protective glazing. Ready to hang.

Source: https://id.rijksmuseum.nl/200425904. Image released under CC0 by the Rijksmuseum.