
John Constable
The Leaping Horse
Richard Humphreys(Author)
Royal Academy of Arts (Publisher)
Published on 28. March 2018
Book
Paperback/Softback
96 pages
978-1-910350-81-2 (ISBN)
Description
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.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Illustrations
50 colour
Dimensions
Height: 230 mm
Width: 170 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-910350-81-2 (9781910350812)
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Person
Richard Humphreys is the author of Wyndham Lewis (2004), and editor of Tate's British Artists series. He was formerly
Curator of Programme Research at Tate Britain, London.
Curator of Programme Research at Tate Britain, London.