Who painted A mill on the banks of the River Stour?

A mill on the banks of the River Stour was painted by John Constable in 6.

Where can I see A mill on the banks of the River Stour?

A mill on the banks of the River Stour is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is A mill on the banks of the River Stour?

A mill on the banks of the River Stour is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of A mill on the banks of the River Stour?

Museum-quality prints of A mill on the banks of the River Stour are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

A mill on the banks of the River Stour

John Constable , 6

A mill on the banks of the River Stour is a drawing by the Romanticist artist John Constable. It dates from 6 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

This is a quiet drawing by Constable. It shows a mill by the River Stour from 1802. The medium is pencil or pen on paper.

The artist first showed work at the Royal Academy that same year. Later, in 1810, an engraver copied this drawing. No matching oil or watercolour by Constable is known.

Look up the museum that owns it: Victoria and Albert Museum.

Overview

A mill on the banks of the River Stour is a drawing created by John Constable in 1802, using pencil or pen on paper. It is now held in the Victoria and Albert Museum.

History & Provenance

The drawing was made in the same year Constable first exhibited at the Royal Academy. In 1810, it was reproduced as an engraving, giving it wider circulation.

Technique & Style

The work is characterized by its quiet, serene depiction of a rural scene, showcasing Constable's early skill in capturing natural beauty through drawing.