Landscape Evening (c.1812) by John Constable

Landscape Evening - John Constable - c.1812

Artwork Information

TitleLandscape Evening
ArtistJohn Constable
Datec.1812
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions31.7 x 49.5 cm
Art MovementRomanticism

About Landscape Evening

The artwork “Landscape Evening” by John Constable, created around 1812, is an exquisite example of Romanticism, rendered in oil on canvas. With dimensions of 31.7 x 49.5 cm, this landscape genre piece exemplifies the emphasis on nature and emotion characteristic of the period.

The artwork presents a tranquil pastoral scene at dusk, with the remnants of daylight casting a warm glow over the sky. A variety of tones, ranging from deep ochres to faint blues, conveys the time of day, suggesting a serene close to the daylight hours. The foreground is dominated by the dark, rich earth tones of the landscape and shadowy trees, with a few cattle grazing peacefully. The trees are depicted with an attention to texture, giving them a lively, organic presence within the frame.

In the distance, one can discern a rolling landscape dotted with trees and hedgerows, possibly fields and homes punctuating the serene expanse. The sky, a juxtaposition of light and shade, is animated with sweeping, soft brushstrokes that suggest movement, embodying the dynamism of the heavens above. The artwork effectively captures the transient beauty of an evening as it slips into night, evoking a mood of contemplation and reverence for the natural world, typical of the Romantic ethos.

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