Milford Bridge, with a distant view of Salisbury

Milford Bridge, with a distant view of Salisbury

John Constable

1836

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This sketch shows a quiet countryside scene with a stone bridge over a small stream. Trees with green leaves line the path, and a lone figure sits on the bridge’s edge. In the distance, a tall church spire rises above rolling hills, while a white tent sits near the water. The artist used soft watercolors to capture light and shadow, making the scene feel calm. The bridge’s rough stones contrast with the smooth water below. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.

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