Hickety, pickety, my black hen, she lays eggs for gentlemen

On our website, we are delighted to feature the charming illustration "Hickety, pickety, my black hen, she lays eggs for gentlemen" by the acclaimed artist Leonard Leslie Brooke. This delightful piece captures a quaint and colorful rural scene filled with character and gentle humor.The painting depicts an elderly man dressed in a crisp blue suit and tall white hat, bending forward with a cane to point at a black hen, which stands prominently in the foreground. This hen, with her bright red comb and watchful eye, seems to be listening intently to the man. Nearby, a young boy looks on with a mixture of curiosity and amusement, his green cap stylishly tipped to one side and his hands clasped behind his back.Set against a backdrop of lush greenery and a vibrant garden, the scene also includes a whimsical wooden sign that reads "Mrs. Hackety Pickety's Fresh Eggs," suggesting a whimsical backstory to the hen's noble task of laying eggs for gentlemen. The background shows another gentleman walking towards a charming brick cottage, and more hens pecking around freely, enhancing the rustic, lively atmosphere.Leonard Leslie Brooke's skillful use of vibrant colors and expressive characters invites viewers into a storybook world, where every detail adds to the narrative richness.