Pitching Quoits 1865

"Pitching Quoits" is an oil painting by American artist Winslow Homer, created in 1865. This work captures the leisure activities of Union soldiers during the American Civil War. Homer's depiction of soldiers engaging in a game of quoits (a traditional English game) provides a glimpse into the daily life of soldiers during wartime. The painting features a group of soldiers dressed in their uniforms, playing the game in front of a camp, conveying a sense of camaraderie and relaxation in the midst of conflict.