Edward Hopper's 1927 oil on canvas, titled "Automat," captures a solitary woman immersed in her thoughts. She is depicted staring into a cup of coffee within an Automat at night, with the nocturnal scene outside reflected through the window, showing rows of light fixtures stretching into the darkness. Hopper's wife, Jo, served as the model, though her appearance was altered for the work; her face was made younger, and her figure, which was full-figured, was depicted as 'boyish'. The ambiguity surrounding the woman's circumstances and mood is a hallmark of Hopper's art. She is well-dressed and wearing makeup, suggesting either a work or social engagement. The fact that only one glove is removed adds to the mystery, possibly hinting at distraction, haste, or simply having just arrived from the cold. A small empty plate on the table, however, implies she may have been seated for a while, perhaps having finished a snack, further deepening the enigmatic atmosphere of the scene.