The artwork titled “He Thinks He’s So Big,” created by artist Haddon Sundblom in 1928, is an oil painting on canvas. Measuring 82.55 by 76.2 centimeters, this genre painting is associated with the Kitsch and New Realism art movements.
The artwork portrays a young boy standing confidently, holding a sword with a sense of pride and imagination, as if he envisions himself as a heroic figure. The scene is set indoors, featuring warm tones and detailed furnishings, including a partially open book on a couch and a mirrored image of a knight in the background. This painting captures the playfulness and adventurous fantasies of childhood with a touch of realism and nostalgia.
