A Little Nimrod 1882

"A Little Nimrod" (1882) by James Tissot depicts a playful scene in a park setting. The painting features children engaged in a game of make-believe hunting, with one child dressed as a "nimrod" (hunter) astride a rocking horse, and another child lying on the ground covered in a tiger skin. This charming work captures the innocence of childhood and the imaginative world of play. Tissot's painting showcases his skill in depicting detail, with the textures of the children's clothing and the fallen leaves meticulously rendered. "A Little Nimrod" is a testament to the artist's talent for capturing the everyday moments of life with a touch of whimsy and charm.