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Little Tom Twig Bought a Fine Bow and Arrow - Victorian nursery rhyme illustration
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Little Tom Twig Bought a Fine Bow and Arrow - Victorian nursery rhyme illustration
A naughty boy dressed in medieval attire has just bought himself a nice new bow and arrow but has committed the offence of shooting a sparrow dead. The miscreant has therefore earned the displeasure of a lady armed with a besom and a firm right hand with which she is propelling him by the ear to the scene of the crime.
" Little Tom Twig - Bought a fine bow and arrow - And what did he shoot? - Why a poor little sparrow - Oh fie little Tom! - With your fine bow and arrow - How cruel to shoot at - A poor little sparrow."
From " Nursery Rhymes - Ridicula Rediviva" illustrated by J.E. Rogers, with chromolith printing by R. Clay Sons & Taylor and published in London in 1876 by Macmillan and Co
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In this Victorian nursery rhyme illustration, we witness the mischievous Little Tom Twig facing the consequences of his cruel act. Dressed in medieval attire, he proudly holds his newly acquired bow and arrow, unaware of the trouble that awaits him. However, his innocent joy quickly turns to remorse as he realizes the lifeless body of a poor little sparrow lying on the ground. The scene takes an interesting turn as a stern lady armed with a besom appears on the scene. With her firm right hand firmly gripping Tom's ear, she drags him towards the site of his offense. Her disapproving gaze reflects both disappointment and anger at Tom's thoughtless action. This enchanting image is part of "Nursery Rhymes - Ridicula Rediviva" beautifully illustrated by J. E. Rogers and printed using chromolithography by R. Clay Sons & Taylor in London back in 1876. Through this artwork, we are reminded of the timeless moral lessons embedded within nursery rhymes – teaching children about empathy and compassion for all living creatures. Little Tom Twig serves as a cautionary tale for young readers, illustrating how even seemingly harmless actions can have unintended consequences. Whitemay from Fine Art Storehouse has preserved this historical piece that continues to captivate audiences with its vivid colors and intricate details. It stands as a reminder that art not only entertains but also educates generations across time.
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