Original Football Caricature by Peter Hobbs - Bob John

Title: Bob John - Arsenal and Wales

Date: Circa 1925

Description: Original football cartoon. Pen, ink and watercolour by Peter Hobbs. Framed.

Robert Frederick John was a Welsh football player and coach. Born in Barry, John played for Barry Town and Caerphilly, before joining Arsenal, who signed him against stiff competition, in January 1922 for a fee of £750.

The committed defender played 470 times over a 15-year spell in north London.

Condition: Some age toning.

Image size: 285 x 185mm
11.25 x 7.25 "

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Original Football cartoon by P. Hobbs c.1925 - Bob John Arsenal