By: John Constable (1776-1837)
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Art Number: AB04399
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The Artist of this Painting is John Constable (1776-1837). For the details about License of this Painting, Please refer to the following links.
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This is a classical landscape painting, characteristic of the 19th-century British Romantic school, in the style of John Constable. The painting depicts a vibrant and lively rural scene where a horse-drawn cart is crossing a shallow river or ford. The composition is anchored on the left by a rustic cottage with a brick chimney and a red tile roof, nestled among lush trees. The water, a key element, is rendered with a realistic texture that shows the rippling and movement as the cart and figures pass through. The sky is dramatic and filled with large, dynamic clouds that create a sense of movement and atmosphere, casting a mix of sunlight and shadow across the scene. In the distance, a vast field and a line of trees complete the idyllic countryside view. The painting celebrates the harmony between rural life and the natural landscape, a recurring theme in Constable's work.