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Game / Egg in the Cap 19C
The players caps are placed on the ground; an egg is thrown into a cap, the owner of which must try to strike one of his fellow-players as they run away
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This intriguing historical photograph captures the excitement and mischief of a classic 19th century children's game called "Game/Egg in the Cap." The image, taken in a slum area, shows several boys, dressed in ragged clothing typical of urban urchins of the late 19th century, gathered around a patch of bare ground. In the foreground, an egg is poised in mid-air, ready to be thrown towards one of the boys, who is seen in the background, wearing a cap and attempting to evade his fellow players. The cap, which is the target in this game, is placed on the ground next to its owner. The rules of the game were simple: each player would take turns trying to throw an egg into another player's cap while the latter ran away. The first player to successfully strike another player's cap with the egg would win the game. The excitement and energy of the boys are palpable in this photograph, as they engage in this lively and playful activity. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of children's games and the everyday life of urban urchins during the late 19th century. The image is a reminder of the importance of play and the role it plays in the development of children, even in the most challenging of circumstances. The simplicity of the game, which relied on basic materials like an egg and a cap, demonstrates the resourcefulness and creativity of children in finding ways to entertain themselves.
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