This impressionist oil painting depicts the interior of a 19th-century cafe. The central focal point is a woman dressed in black, standing behind a dark wooden bar counter. Her profile is turned toward the left, and she appears to be occupied with tasks behind the counter, where an array of bottles is lined up. The style is characterized by loose, confident brushstrokes that capture the essence of light and movement rather than precise detail.
Behind the bar, a large, ornate metal object and a cluster of colourful flowers sit amongst the bottles. The composition is balanced by a prominent, airy chandelier hanging from the ceiling, which draws the eye upward and adds depth to the indoor setting. To the right, the cafe floor is suggested with a small, circular table and empty chairs, creating a sense of a quiet, reflective space within the public establishment.
The colour palette is dominated by warm, neutral tones—creams, beiges, and soft whites—which suggest the light-filled atmosphere of the room. These are contrasted against the deep, rich browns and blacks of the furniture and the woman's clothing. The light appears to stream in from unseen windows, washing over the walls and reflecting off the metallic surfaces of the chandelier and the bar fixtures, lending the scene a soft, glowing, and atmospheric quality.