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A bridge over the Stour, by John Constable, watercolor, 1802

A bridge over the Stour

John Constable

1802

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

A bridge over the Stour is a 1802 watercolor by John Constable, a Romanticism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
John Constable
When & what style?
1802 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a bridge over a river, with a grassy bank on the left and trees on the right. The bridge has a wooden railing and a stone base. In the background, there are hills and a cloudy sky. The painting is done in watercolor, with soft colors and gentle brushstrokes. The overall effect is peaceful and serene. If you like this painting, you might also enjoy learning more about the Romanticism movement.

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