Teacup and Bread on a Ledge

John Frederick Peto was born in Philadelphia in 1854. He enrolled at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts in 1878 and opened a studio in 1880. He is best known for his illusionistic “rack” paintings, which often contain items that can identify the patron who commissioned the work. Peto also painted numerous still life paintings of everyday items. Here, the delicate teacup, biscuit, knife, and napkin—small in scale and refined in technique—invite the viewer to partake in a quiet moment.

Liberty Bassett ‘22

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