A Disposition to "Pick-Foul", Alfred Jacob Miller, between 1825 and 1870
Young boys are shown tapping eggs together to determine the winner- the one whose egg remains intact at both ends. "pickin' eggs" was a popular springtime pastime in east coast american cities until a generation ago. Date: between 1825 and 1870. Place of creation: USA. Dimensions: 23.5 × 21.3 cm (9.2 × 8.3 in). Medium: pencil, watercolor on paper. Collection: Walters Art Museum. Alfred Jacob Miller - A Disposition to "Pick-Foul" - Walters 37246828