A tall, black coffee pot stands at the center of the table, its curved handle and spout outlined in bold, dark lines. To the left of the coffee pot, a blue-and-white checkered pitcher sits behind a black cup and saucer, both edged with a thin yellow line. Two bright yellow lemons rest at the base of the coffee pot, their textured surfaces catching the light.

Near the left edge of the table, an orange and a lemon are placed apart from the main group, adding balance to the composition. On the right, a richly decorated pitcher with swirling patterns stands behind a small cup with an ornate rim, which sits on a vivid orange saucer. All of the objects are arranged on a blue tablecloth, its folds described with energetic, directional brushstrokes.

The background is a flat, luminous yellow, contrasting sharply with the deep blues, blacks, and oranges of the objects and making them stand out. The composition is carefully ordered, with each object given space and weight, yet connected by the play of color and the repetition of rounded forms. Vincent van Gogh paints the outlines of each object with strong, dark contours, emphasizing their shapes and giving the still life a sense of clarity and structure.

The paint is applied in visible, expressive strokes, especially in the tablecloth and background, where the direction of the brushwork adds movement to the scene. The subject brings together everyday items—coffee pot, pitchers, fruit, and cups—arranged with careful attention to their forms and colors.