Artwork

Dedham Vale

Dedham Vale, by John Constable, oil, 1828
Dedham Vale, by John Constable, oil, 1828

Dedham Vale is an oil painting by John Constable. It dates from 1828 and is held in the collection of the Scottish National Gallery.

About this work

Overview

Dedham Vale is an oil painting created by John Constable in 1828, currently held at the Scottish National Gallery.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene landscape with a winding river, cloudy sky, and scattered trees, featuring a distant church steeple. The scene conveys a sense of tranquility and peacefulness.

Technique & Style

The work showcases a mix of greens, browns, and blues, with visible brushstrokes that give the painting a textured appearance.

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.