Three middle-aged women with their cats

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Three middle-aged women with their cats

Three middle-aged women out to tea with their cats.
first published 1879

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1879 Age D Bonnet Cats Chairs Chatting Friends Greenaway Kate Socialising Umbrella

EDITORS COMMENTS
In this enchanting Victorian-era illustration, three middle-aged women engage in a delightful social gathering, not unlike the popular pastime of afternoon tea. The scene takes place by a sunlit window, where the women sit comfortably in elegant chairs, each cradling a delicate teacup in their hands. Their conversation flows effortlessly, as they share stories and laughter, their faces reflecting the joy of friendship and companionship. But what makes this scene truly unique are the feline companions that join the women in their tea party. A striped tabby cat curls up on the lap of the woman in the foreground, its eyes closed in contentment as it purrs in response to the gentle strokes of its owner's hand. Another cat, a sleek black feline, perches on the windowsill, gazing out at the world beyond with a curious expression. The third woman's cat, a fluffy white ball of fur, sits at her feet, its head tilted as if listening intently to the conversation. The women are dressed in the fashionable attire of the 1870s, with bonnets adorning their heads and parasols shielding them from the sun. One woman fans herself gently, while another holds a book in her lap, no doubt lost in its pages. The attention to detail in this illustration is remarkable, from the intricate patterns on the women's dresses to the delicate china teacups and the lace tablecloth. This charming illustration, titled "Three Middle-Aged Women Out to Tea with Their Cats," was published in 1879 by Mary Evans Picture Library and is a beautiful reminder of the simple pleasures and companionship that can be found in the everyday moments of life.

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