Tea, Cat and Roses - English Garden series oil painting | Marina Stognieva

The Story Behind the Painting

“Tea, Cat and Roses” is an original painting by Ukrainian artist Marina Stognieva, created in 2026. The work is painted in oil on canvas, measures 40 × 40 cm, and is presented unframed.

This is a cosy story about a slow morning in a blooming garden. A cat has settled on a soft cushion among pink roses, beside an open sketchbook with drawings of fish and a lemon, while small birds appear near the pages. A cup of tea completes the composition, adding a feeling of calm and domestic warmth.

General view of “Tea, Cat and Roses”.

In this work, Marina Stognieva brings together several warm and familiar images: a garden, an animal, flowers, art, and the everyday ritual of tea. Each element can be read separately, yet together they create a complete image of unhurried time — a moment when there is nowhere to rush.

Light pastel tones, delicate brushwork, and coloured reflections in the cat’s fur create a soft atmosphere. The roses bring romance to the composition, while the sketchbook suggests the presence of the artist within this space — as though creativity is as natural a part of the day as tea or resting in the garden.

Detail of “Tea, Cat and Roses” — a robin.

The small robin is one of those details that may not be noticed immediately. It brings a touch of movement to the composition and strengthens the connection between the intimate domestic scene and the atmosphere of an English garden.

The painting belongs to Marina Stognieva’s original series “English Garden”. In this series, the artist explores the garden as a special place where nature, people, animals, flowers, and quiet everyday moments exist together in harmony.

Interior visualisation of “Tea, Cat and Roses” framed on a wall.

The square 40 × 40 cm format enhances the intimate character of the scene. The painting feels like a small window into a separate world — a garden where one can sit with a cup of tea, open a sketchbook, and simply spend time among flowers, birds, and quietness.

Video of the Painting

The video offers a closer look at the original painting, including its details, brushwork, textures, and colour transitions.

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Artwork Details

Original Artwork & Collectible Fine Art Prints

“Tea, Cat and Roses” is an original artwork by Marina Stognieva, created by hand in oil on canvas. It is a unique one-of-a-kind work and belongs to the artist’s “English Garden” series.

Collectible Fine Art Prints personally signed by Marina Stognieva may also be available for selected works. Available formats, materials, prices, and other details can be discussed before ordering.

Payment & Worldwide Shipping

Payment can be made via PayPal, bank transfer, or another agreed method.

Worldwide shipping is available. Shipping costs and estimated delivery times are calculated individually depending on the destination and order details.

The original painting is carefully packaged to protect the painted surface and ensure safe transportation. All purchase, payment, packaging, and international shipping details can be discussed directly with the artist before ordering.

“For me, this painting is about that special kind of time when there is nowhere to rush. Tea, a cat, roses, a sketchbook, and birds in the garden — simple things that can sometimes create a true sense of harmony.”

— Marina Stognieva