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James Ward Art

English, 1769-1859

James Ward was influenced by many people, but his career is conventionally divided into two periods: until 1803, his single greatest influence was his brother in law George Morland; from that time, it was Rubens. From 1810 or so, Ward started to paint horses within landscapes; slightly later, he turned to very large-scale landscapes, of which Gordale Scar (Tate, London), completed in 1814 or 1815 and depicting Gordale Scar (Yorkshire) as an example of the sublime, is considered his masterpiece and a masterpiece of English Romantic painting. He was one of the outstanding artists of the day, his singular style and great skill set him above most of his contemporaries, markedly influencing the growth of British art. Regarded as one of the great animal painters of his time, Ward produced history paintings, portraits, landscapes and genre. He started as an engraver, trained by William, who later engraved much of his work. The partnership of William and James Ward produced the best that English art had to offer, their great technical skill and artistry having led to images that reflect the grace and charm of the era. He was admitted for membership into the Royal Academy in 1811. One of Ward's best-known paintings, The deer stealer was commissioned in 1823 for the sum of 500 guineas by Ward's patron Theophilus Levett. When the work was finished, Levett pronounced himself delighted with the results and consequently raised the remuneration to 600 guineas. Subsequently Ward was said to have been offered 1,000 guineas for the painting by 'a nobleman,' which he declined. The painting now hangs at Tate in London.

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Artist: James Ward
Mare and Foal in a Stable Interior, James Ward RA (1769 - 1859)
By James Ward
Located in GB
James Ward, an 18th-century English artist, captures a serene and intimate scene in his oil painting Mare and Foal in a Stable Interior. This work embodies Ward's expertise in portra...
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18th Century James Ward Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Village Scene Figures & Animals - British Old Master exh pastoral oil painting
By James Ward
Located in Hagley, England
This stunning British Old Master exhibited pastoral oil on panel is by noted artist James Ward. Painted circa 1815 with superb provenance, it was e...
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1810s Old Masters James Ward Art

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Oil

James Ward The Fisherman's Family
By James Ward
Located in Saint Amans des cots, FR
Precious Watercolor attributed to James WARD (1769-1859) - England, 1830-1840. The Fisherman' S Family. Measurements : View : 20"x14.6" (51x37 cm), With frame : 26.6"x21.5" (67.5x54....
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1830s Romantic James Ward Art

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Paper, Watercolor

James ward landscape oil Bringing in the Catch
By James Ward
Located in York, GB
James ward landscape oil Bringing in the Catch A charming scene of a family "bringing in the catch" showing figures outside a cottage, man pullng in the boat with his dog watching by...
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19th Century Old Masters James Ward Art

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Oil

Primrose and Foal: A Brood-Mare, late the Property of his Grace the Duke of Graf
By James Ward
Located in Boston, MA
From Celebrated Horses, Grundy 24. A fine chine applique impression in fine condition with full margins. A proof before letters. Exhibited at the...
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19th Century Romantic James Ward Art

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Lithograph

Dogs of the Dalmatian Breed
By James Ward
Located in Boston, MA
Grundy 36, published by R. Acherman. Inscribed in stone lower left: 'James Ward R.A. Pinxt et Delt. / Dogs of the Dalmation breed-from an original picture in the possession of Sir Jo...
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1820s Romantic James Ward Art

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Lithograph

Moses
By James Ward
Located in Boston, MA
Grundy 70. Moses, property of His Royal Highness the Duke of York. A fine impression printed on chine applique, in fine condition with full margins.
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19th Century Romantic James Ward Art

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Lithograph

Bulls Fighting /// Antique Victorian Animal Landscape Etching Landscape Horse
By James Ward
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
Artist: (after) James Ward (English, 1769-1859) Title: "Bulls Fighting" Portfolio: The Portfolio *Signed by Wise in pencil lower right. It is also signed in the plate (printed signature) lower right Year: 1874 Medium: Original Etching on laid paper Limited edition: Unknown Printer: Unknown, London, UK Publisher: Seeley, Jackson, and Halliday, London, UK Sheet size: 9.75" x 13.75" Image size: 5" x 8" Condition: In excellent condition Very rare Notes: Engraved by English artist William Wise...
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1850s Victorian James Ward Art

Materials

Etching, Laid Paper, Intaglio

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