Lawrence Carmichael Earle (American, 1845–1921)
Feeding the Hens, 1891
Oil on board
20 × 30 in.
Signed lower left: L.C. EARLE and dated
Rendered with warmth and quiet detail, this charming rural scene by Lawrence Carmichael Earle captures a young girl tending chickens in a sun-dappled garden. The modest stone porch, clay pots, and flowering vines evoke a sense of timeless domestic tranquility. Earle, known for his sensitive depictions of everyday American life, combines realism with an affectionate, almost nostalgic atmosphere.
Painted in 1891, this work reflects Earle’s mature style—rich in natural light, finely composed, and attuned to the gentle rhythms of rural existence.
