Apple Picking 1878

"Apple Picking" is a watercolor painting by Winslow Homer, created in 1878. The painting depicts two young girls standing beneath a tree, likely in an apple orchard. The girls are dressed in simple, rural clothing, and one carries a basket, suggesting they are gathering apples. The painting captures a quiet, idyllic moment in the lives of these young women, emphasizing the simple beauty of nature and the peaceful rhythm of rural life. Homer's use of loose brushstrokes and vibrant colors imbues the scene with a sense of light and airiness, capturing the essence of a summer day.