Mr. Hobson of Markfield and Family c. 1806

"Mr. Hobson of Markfield and Family" is a pencil drawing created by John Constable around 1806. The piece depicts a group of people gathered around a table, likely engaged in a game or conversation. Constable's signature loose and expressive style is evident in the sketch, capturing the scene with swift, gestural strokes. This drawing showcases Constable's early artistic development before he achieved fame for his landscape paintings, demonstrating his ability to capture both the physical presence and the social interactions of his subjects.