The Straw Ride 1869

"The Straw Ride" is a wood engraving created in 1869 by American artist Winslow Homer. The piece depicts a group of elegantly dressed people enjoying a leisurely ride through a rural landscape. The image showcases Homer's mastery of detail and ability to capture the essence of everyday life in 19th-century America. This work, originally published in Harper's Weekly, provides a glimpse into the social activities and leisure pursuits of the era.