Oh, Don't Hurt Me! Cried Tom. I Only Want to Look at You; You Are So Handsome 1916

"Oh, Don't Hurt Me! Cried Tom. I Only Want to Look at You; You Are So Handsome" is a 1916 painting by American artist Jessie Willcox Smith. The painting depicts a young boy kneeling before a large fish. The fish, a trout with red spots, stares directly at the viewer. Smith's delicate and realistic style is evident in this painting, capturing the beauty and wonder of the natural world. Her use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and mystery, drawing the viewer into the scene. The painting is an excellent example of Smith's ability to create a captivating story through her art.