Salisbury from the south
1820
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1820
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Dominant colour
Salisbury from the south is a 1820 by John Constable, a Romanticism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This drawing shows a landscape with a city in the distance. The city has a tall tower and many buildings. In the foreground, there are trees and bushes. The drawing is done in a detailed style, with many lines and textures. The artist used a range of values to create depth and atmosphere. If you're interested in learning more about this style of drawing, you might want to look into the technique of cross-hatching.
