Flowers in a glass vase 1814

John Constable’s *Flowers in a Glass Vase* (1814) is a study in the ephemeral beauty of nature, capturing a simple bouquet of wildflowers in a glass vase. The painting showcases Constable’s early fascination with capturing light and texture, as seen in the delicate brushstrokes that render the flowers and the subtle play of light on the glass. The loose, almost sketch-like quality of the work is characteristic of Constable's early style, and the focus on the humble subject matter foreshadows his later explorations of the English landscape.