At the Rifle Range 1869

"At the Rifle Range" (1869) by James Tissot depicts a fashionable woman in a richly-patterned fur coat, poised at a rifle range, examining a target with a telescope. The scene unfolds in a meticulously rendered garden setting, highlighting the leisure activities enjoyed by the upper classes in 19th-century England. Tissot's masterful use of light and shadow, along with his attention to detail, creates a realistic and captivating portrayal of a social custom popular during the Victorian era. The painting's intimate scale and intricate details invite viewers to step into this bygone world and observe the intricate rituals of aristocratic life.