Dozens of eggs fill the frame, seen from above on a dark brown surface. Some carry small painted roses, daisies and leafy sprigs. Others are marbled in slate blue and grey, or simply speckled in cream, sage and terracotta.

The palette is muted and earthy, with soft vignetting at the edges and a faint paper-like texture. It feels like an old botanical study of spring, and the dark backdrop makes the pale shells glow.