Two Figures by a River 1807 - 1809

This pencil sketch titled "Two Figures by a River" (1807-1809) by English Romantic artist John Constable depicts two figures seated by a river. The drawing is a preliminary sketch with a simple and loose approach, characteristic of Constable's preliminary studies. The quick, gestural lines and light shading give a sense of movement and capture the scene's fleeting atmosphere. The soft, hazy background and the delicate rendering of the figures create a sense of quiet contemplation and a connection with the natural world.