1811
oil
canvas
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Flatford Mill from a Lock on the Stour is a 1811 oil by John Constable, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This landscape painting depicts a serene scene of a mill on the banks of the River Stour. The mill is situated on the right side of the image, with a lock in the foreground and trees lining the riverbank. The sky above is a brilliant blue, dotted with white clouds. In the foreground, the artist has used bold brushstrokes to capture the texture of the trees and the water. The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark, adds depth and dimension to the painting. The artist's attention to detail and use of light and shadow create a sense of tranquility, drawing the viewer into the peaceful scene. If you're interested in exploring more of John Constable's work, you can find more of his paintings at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
John Constable (; 11 June 1776 – 31 March 1837) was an English landscape painter in the Romantic tradition.
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