Children at Play (Lesson in Horsemanship) by Timothy Cole

Children at Play (Lesson in Horsemanship) 1919

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"Children at Play (Lesson in Horsemanship)" is a 1919 engraving by Timothy Cole (1852-1931) that depicts a playful scene of three children. The image, held in the Minneapolis Institute of Art, captures a moment of childhood innocence and exuberance, with a young girl guiding her two companions in a game of horsemanship. Cole's skilled hand brings out the textures of the children's clothing and the surrounding landscape, adding depth and realism to the charming vignette. The engraving, a testament to Cole's mastery of the medium, showcases his ability to capture the warmth and joy of this timeless scene.