Humphreys, Richard, 1953-, John Constable , [2018]
- Title:
- John Constable : the Leaping Horse / Richard Humphreys.
- Alternate Title(s):
- Leaping Horse
- Published/Created:
- London : Royal Academy of Arts, [2018]
©2018 - Physical Description:
- 64 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm
- Holdings:
- Reference LibraryNJ18.C74 H86 2018 (LC)Accessible in the Reference Library [Hours]
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- http://hdl.handle.net/10079/bibid/13676993
- Classification:
- Books
- Notes:
- Includes bibliographical references (page 63) and index.
Each year between 1819 and 1825, John Constable (1776-1837) submitted a monumental canvas to the Royal Academy of Arts in London for display in the annual Exhibition. These so-called six-footers vividly captured the life of the River Stour in Suffolk, where Constable grew up and where he returned to paint each year. 'The Leaping Horse', the last of these, now a major work in the Academy's collection, is the subject of this fascinating new book. Humphreys explores Constable's often avant-garde working methods, as well as his struggle to gain full acceptance within the art establishment of the early nineteenth century. With reproductions of his full-scale preliminary sketches as well as brand new photography of the painting itself, this book is the ideal companion for art lovers who seek a deeper appreciation of Constable's iconic depictions of the English countryside. - Subject Terms:
- Constable, John, 1776-1837. Leaping horse.
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