The photograph “Untitled (Christopher with clothesline and rubber chicken)” was taken by artist Ralph Eugene Meatyard in 1967. This black and white image features a young individual, presumably Christopher, standing to the left of the frame. The person is wearing glasses and a dark sweater, and seems to be intently examining a rubber chicken which he is holding in front of his face. The background includes a circular clothesline, with the environment appearing to be a lush outdoor setting.
The clothing and fashion along with the grainy texture of the photograph are indicative of the mid-20th-century era from which the photo originates. Meatyard’s work is known for its surreal and enigmatic qualities, often featuring masked figures and dolls, though in this image, the rubber chicken seems to be the out-of-context element that contributes to the photograph’s offbeat charm.
