A sketchbook by John Constable
John Constable used this sketchbook during 1814. Constable filled his pocket sketchbooks with figures and scenery, many of which reappear in his paintings. A selection of images from the sketchbook are shown on this page.
Museum no. Sketchbook 1259-1888
Actual size 11.3cm x 8.6cm
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John Constable: Oil Sketches from the V&A
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