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Glebe Farm (b)

David Lucas after John Constable

National Gallery of Art

This image shows a landscape with natural and architectural elements. The horizon is low with trees, buildings, and a church with a tall tower and cross. A path winds through lush foliage and trees on the left. A river cuts through the scene, with a cow in the water. The brushwork shows intricate details in foliage and clouds, depicting a play of light and shadow. The color palette is monochromatic, using deep blacks, soft grays, and subtle whites for contrast. Clouds scatter across a turbulent sky, enhancing the atmospheric effect.

Artwork Details

Date
in or after 1831
Medium
mezzotint [progress proof]
Dimensions
4694 × 3371 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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