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Epsom Heath

John Constable

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a landscape with a high perspective, showing soft rolling hills stretching into the distance. The horizon is visible above the center, with gentle ridges and undulating terrain. More hills can be seen on the horizon. Delicate brushstrokes create a smooth transition between land and sky. The color palette is muted, with earthy and sepia tones. Some vegetation and small structures are visible among the hills. The sky is expansive, painted with broad strokes in a monochromatic theme.

Artwork Details

Date
1806
Medium
brown, gray, and green watercolor over graphite on wove paper
Dimensions
7862 × 5098 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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