The painting by John Kinnear entitled Finchingfield, Essex, England, painted in 1972, is a vivid and texturally rich oil on panel that captures the essence of this quaint village in the heart of England. Measuring 13.5 x 14.5 inches and signed on the bottom right, the artwork showcases Kinnear's mastery in using a palette knife to create thick, expressive strokes that add a dynamic texture to the scene.

The composition is dominated by a historic centerpiece, possibly a church or an old town hall, characterized by its dark, robust architecture. This building stands prominently against a tumultuous sky, painted in sweeping gestures of white and blue, suggesting a dynamic, possibly stormy day. The surrounding structures, rendered in lighter tones, appear subdued, allowing the central building to be the focal point of the village tableau.

The ground, depicted with broad, impasto strokes of beige and gray, leads the viewer's eye through the village, past small cottages to the central structure. The use of contrasting colors and bold textures imbues the scene with a sense of movement and ruggedness typical of Kinnear’s style.

This piece not only reflects the architectural beauty of Finchingfield but also captures the atmospheric and fleeting moments of English rural life in the early 70s, making it a significant representation of both time and place in British art.