Wooded Landscape (1801 – 1802) by John Constable

Wooded Landscape - John Constable - 1801 - 1802

Artwork Information

TitleWooded Landscape
ArtistJohn Constable
Date1801 - 1802
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions92 x 72 cm
Art MovementRomanticism
Current LocationArt Gallery of Ontario (AGO), Toronto, Canada

About Wooded Landscape

The artwork entitled “Wooded Landscape” is a creation of the esteemed artist John Constable, dating back to the period between 1801 and 1802. This oil on canvas piece stands as a quintessential example of the Romanticism art movement, showcasing Constable’s celebrated landscape genre. Measuring 92 by 72 centimeters, it currently finds its home within the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO), located in Toronto, Canada.

The artwork exudes the romantic ethos with its rich portrayal of a dense, wooded scene. The viewer is immersed in a forest bathed in the warm, earthy tones of autumn, as the lush foliage takes on hues of amber and russet. A prominent, detailed tree on the left side anchors the composition, guiding the viewer’s gaze into the depths of the sylvan landscape. Ferns blanket the forest floor, adding to the texture and intricate layers of the painting.

Amidst the wild embrace of nature, a sense of human presence is subtly inserted, a figure dressed in red is glimpsed to the left, while a pair of animals, perhaps horses, are partly visible within the darkened understory of the woods. These elements add a narrative dimension and scale to the scene, offering a reminder of the harmonious, yet often poignant relationship between man and the natural world.

Constable’s mastery in capturing the play of light and shadow is evident in the dappled sunlight filtering through the branches, which creates a lively interplay of light that enhances the realism and emotive quality of the scene. His ability to evoke the essence of the English countryside through such vivid, tactile representation of the landscape is a hallmark of his work and contributes greatly to his enduring legacy in the realm of art.

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