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StatsSpring Ploughing
Oil On Canvas- WallArt
- Romanticism
1821
19.0 x 36.0 cm
Composition and Style
The painting depicts a farmer ploughing his field with the help of two horses, surrounded by cows and a windmill in the background. The cloudy sky adds a sense of drama and moodiness to the scene, while the attention to detail and use of light and color create a sense of depth and perspective. Constable's use of oil on panel allows for a level of detail and texture that brings the scene to life.Notable Works by John Constable
Some of Constable's other notable works include The Entrance to Fen Lane, which can be found on ArtsDot.com, and Cottage at East Bergholt. These paintings showcase Constable's ability to capture the beauty of rural life and his use of light and color to create a sense of atmosphere.- View more of John Constable's works on ArtsDot.com
- Learn more about the Lubecker Museen and its collection of artworks on ArtsDot.com
- Read about other notable artists, such as Pavel Svinyin, on ArtsDot.com
The beauty and detail of Spring Ploughing make it a must-see for anyone interested in Romanticism and the works of John Constable.
Questions & Answers
What color leads the composition of "Spring Ploughing" by John Constable?
The color that stands out most in "Spring Ploughing" is rosy brown (#bf976e). The dominant color is useful when matching an artwork to an interior.
Is "Spring Ploughing" available as a fine art print?
"Spring Ploughing" is available as a fine art print on cotton canvas or archival canvas paper. Orders are placed on this page, in the size of your choice.
Which period of John Constable's career does "Spring Ploughing" belong to?
"Spring Ploughing" belongs to the Mature Period of John Constable's career. This classification relates the work to the artist's development.
What is the creation date of "Spring Ploughing" by John Constable?
"Spring Ploughing" by John Constable was created in 1821.
Who created "Spring Ploughing"?
The artist behind "Spring Ploughing" is John Constable. The work is catalogued under John Constable's name.
Toward which tone does "Spring Ploughing" lean?
"Spring Ploughing" leans toward a golden yellow range tone.
What was John Constable's age when "Spring Ploughing" was created?
When "Spring Ploughing" was created in 1821, John Constable - born in 1776 - was 45 years old.
John Constable (1776 – 1837)
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About this artwork
- Title: Spring Ploughing
- Artist: John Constable
- Year: 1821
- Original dimensions: 19.0 x 36.0 cm
- Format: Panoramic
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Medium: Oil On Canvas
- Creative period: Mature Period
- Corpus context: constable’s suffolk , evokes pastoral
- Color palette: Earthy
Quick Facts
- Dimensions: 19 x 36 cm
- Medium: Oil on panel
- Artistic style: Landscape painting
- Movement: Romanticism
- Influences: Lorrain
- Year: 1821
- Title: Spring Ploughing