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Autumnal Sunset, by John Constable, unspecified, 1812

Autumnal Sunset

John Constable

1812

unspecified

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

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Overview

Autumnal Sunset is a 1812 unspecified by John Constable, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
John Constable
When & what style?
1812
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a landscape with a sunset in the background. The sky is yellow and orange, with some dark clouds. In the foreground, there are trees and bushes on the right side, and a field with some people walking in it on the left side. The people in the field are wearing old-fashioned clothes and are carrying baskets or bags. They seem to be going about their daily business, maybe picking fruits or vegetables. The atmosphere of the painting is peaceful and serene, with the warm colors of the sunset creating a cozy feeling. If you like this painting, you might also want to check out the work of the artist, John Constable.

About the artist

Portrait of John Constable
Artist

John Constable

John Constable (; 11 June 1776 – 31 March 1837) was an English landscape painter in the Romantic tradition.

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