Flatford Lock 1810 - 1811

"Flatford Lock" (1810-1811) by John Constable depicts the serene beauty of the English countryside. The painting, renowned for its loose brushstrokes and atmospheric quality, showcases Constable's keen observation of nature, capturing the interplay of light and shadow on the water, trees, and sky. The composition features a tranquil lock on the River Stour, near Constable's birthplace in Suffolk, capturing the essence of the artist's deeply personal connection to his homeland. Constable's emphasis on the natural world marked a departure from the prevailing academic style of the time, ushering in a new era of landscape painting.