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7 works across 1 institution
Washington DC's National Gallery of Art holds 7 works by John Constable (1776–1837) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.
Constable revolutionised English landscape painting by insisting on working from direct observation of nature rather than classical convention. His paintings of the Suffolk countryside — particularly the Stour Valley — were highly influential on French painting, inspiring the Barbizon painters and, through them, the Impressionists.
National Gallery of Art
Washington DC · 7 works on display
The National Gallery on Trafalgar Square houses one of the world's great collections of Western European painting, from the 13th to the 19th century, with particular strength in the Dutch Golden Age and Impressionism. Entry to the permanent collection is free.
About the artist
John Constable
British · Romanticism · 1776–1837
Constable revolutionised English landscape painting by insisting on working from direct observation of nature rather than classical convention. His paintings of the Suffolk countryside — particularly the Stour Valley — were highly influential on French painting, inspiring the Barbizon painters and, through them, the Impressionists.
Key works
The Hay WainFlatford MillDedham Vale
Frequently asked questions
How many John Constable paintings are on display in Washington DC?
Our current data shows 7 John Constable paintings on display in Washington DC, spread across the National Gallery of Art. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.
Which museum in Washington DC has the most John Constable paintings?
National Gallery of Art holds all 7 known John Constable works in Washington DC.
Where else can I see John Constable's paintings?
John Constable's paintings are distributed across museums in multiple countries. Our artist page lists every city in our collection where their work is currently on display — use it to plan a multi-city trip or find works closer to home. Browse all cities for John Constable →
Planning your visit to Washington DC
Washington DC's Smithsonian museums — including the National Gallery of Art, American Art Museum, and Hirshhorn — are all permanently free to enter. They're clustered along the National Mall and easily walked between. The National Gallery has two buildings connected by an underground passage; the East Building houses 20th-century art.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.