The Mill Stream (1814 – 1815) by John Constable

The Mill Stream - John Constable - 1814 - 1815

Artwork Information

TitleThe Mill Stream
ArtistJohn Constable
Date1814 - 1815
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions71 x 91.8 cm
Art MovementRomanticism
Current LocationIpswich Museum, Ipswich, UK

About The Mill Stream

“The Mill Stream,” created by John Constable between 1814 and 1815, is an oil painting on canvas that exemplifies the Romanticism art movement. The artwork, a landscape painting, measures 71 by 91.8 centimeters and is housed in the Ipswich Museum, located in Ipswich, UK.

The painting depicts a tranquil rural scene featuring a serene mill stream flanked by lush, dense trees. To the left of the water, there stands a quaint cottage with a red-tiled roof, harmoniously blending with its natural surroundings. A small boat, manned by a solitary figure, glides through the stream, adding a sense of movement to the otherwise still landscape. The right side of the artwork reveals another figure, possibly fishing, further contributing to the pastoral ambiance. The overall composition is imbued with a sense of peace and reflection, characteristic of Constable’s profound appreciation for the countryside.

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