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Old Sarum, by John Constable, unspecified, 1829

Old Sarum

John Constable

1829

unspecified

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

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Overview

Old Sarum is a 1829 unspecified by John Constable, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
John Constable
When & what style?
1829
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

The painting depicts a landscape with a large, dark hill in the center, surrounded by rolling hills and a cloudy sky. The scene is dominated by shades of green and brown, with touches of blue in the sky. In the foreground, a few trees and bushes are visible, adding depth to the scene. The overall atmosphere is one of serenity and tranquility, inviting the viewer to step into the peaceful world of the painting. To learn more about the artist's use of light and shadow, explore the technique of chiaroscuro.

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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