Artwork
Hampstead Heath, with St Paul's in the distance
Hampstead Heath, with St Paul's in the distance is a print by John Constable. It is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This print, Hampstead Heath, with St Paul's in the distance, is part of a significant series of mezzotints based on John Constable's works. It showcases his exploration of landscape through a different medium.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a view of Hampstead Heath with St Paul's Cathedral in the distance, highlighting Constable's interest in capturing the effects of light and shadow on the English landscape.
Technique & Style
The print is a mezzotint, a technique used by David Lucas under Constable's supervision. Mezzotint allowed for rich tonal variations, suiting Constable's emphasis on chiaroscuro.
History & Provenance
The print is from the series 'English Landscape', published between 1830 and 1832, with a second edition in 1833. Constable worked with David Lucas to produce 22 mezzotints based on his paintings and sketches.
Artist & collection
Artist
John Constable (; 11 June 1776 – 31 March 1837) was an English landscape painter in the Romantic tradition.
