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Husking Party Finding the Red Ears

Winslow Homer

Cleveland Museum of Art

Black and white illustration of a lively social gathering at night. People of various ages are standing or sitting in a large barn-like structure. Some individuals hold lanterns hanging from the ceiling. A pile of corn husks and ears are on the floor. Some people are dancing; a man is bending over to pick up an ear of corn. The women wear long skirts and dresses; some have their hair in braids. The men wear hats and formal attire, including suits and bow ties. The scene depicts a husking party, indicated by the text at the bottom: "Husking Party Finding the Red Ears."

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1263 × 889 px
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