Bartholomeus Molenaer (c. 1618–1650) was a painter from Haarlem. He had two brothers, Nicolaes and Jan Miense, who also practiced the same profession. In 1640, Molenaer became a member of the Haarlem St. Luke's Guild. Molenaer is best known for his genre scenes depicting groups of peasants. He was strongly influenced in this theme by his contemporaries Adriaen van Ostade and the Flemish artist Adriaen Brouwer.

This work is executed in oil on panel and depicts an inn with a cheerful drinking party in the foreground. In the background, other figures can be seen, one of whom is warming himself by the hearth. The use of predominantly brown tones creates a cozy and intimate scene. In the lower right corner, Molenaer has placed his monogram: BMR.

On the back of the frame, a short text is attached, which was possibly written at the end of the 19th century. The text provides a brief biography of Molenaer and mentions the previous owners of the painting.