The artwork, titled “Eating Crow on a Wager,” was created by Currier and Ives in 1883. It belongs to the Romanticism movement and can be classified as a caricature.
In this artwork, several individuals are depicted in a humorous and exaggerated manner, consistent with the genre of caricature. A central figure is seen consuming a crow while seated at a table, under the watchful eyes of other characters. One figure, apparently overseeing the scene, holds a balance scale with a crow on it, emphasizing the wager element of the scenario. The setting appears to be indoors, with wooden plank flooring and sparse furnishings, adding a rustic feel to the composition. The exaggerated features and expressions of the characters contribute to the satirical nature of the piece.