Spring Ploughing 1821

"Spring Ploughing" is a small oil sketch by John Constable, painted in 1821. It captures the essence of English rural life with its depiction of a working farm scene. In the foreground, a farmer plows the field, his horse and cart visible in the distance. A windmill stands proudly in the background, symbolizing the industry of the local community. The landscape is dominated by a vast, open sky filled with fluffy clouds, painted in Constable's signature style that emphasizes the play of light and atmosphere. Constable's mastery of capturing fleeting moments in nature is evident in this dynamic and intimate sketch.