Landscape with a Double Rainbow 1812

"Landscape with a Double Rainbow" (1812) by John Constable is a small oil sketch that captures a dramatic moment in nature. The painting, which is notable for its loose, expressive brushwork, depicts a double rainbow arcing across a stormy sky. This work is considered to be part of Constable's early explorations of the English landscape and his fascination with atmospheric effects. The artist was known for his innovative use of color and light in depicting the natural world, and this sketch provides a glimpse into his artistic development.