Artwork

Dedham Church from Flatford

Dedham Church from Flatford, by John Constable, oil, 1810
Dedham Church from Flatford, by John Constable, oil, 1810

Dedham Church from Flatford is an oil painting by John Constable. It dates from 1810 and is held in the collection of the Clark Art Institute.

About this work

Overview

Dedham Church from Flatford is an oil painting created by John Constable in 1810, currently held at the Clark Art Institute.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene landscape featuring Dedham Church in the distance, surrounded by trees and fields, with a body of water in the foreground and a cloudy sky above.

Technique & Style

Executed in muted colors dominated by greens, browns, and grays, the painting's loose and expressive brushstrokes convey a sense of movement and energy, contributing to its tranquil atmosphere.

Artist & collection

Portrait of John Constable

Artist

John Constable

John Constable (; 11 June 1776 – 31 March 1837) was an English landscape painter in the Romantic tradition.

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