James Ward
1769–1859 · British · 30 artworks
RomanticismDramatic lightingDetailed animal anatomyDynamic compositionExpressive brushworkPastoral scenes
artist bio
James Ward was a prominent English painter, particularly known for his animal paintings and landscapes. He was deeply influenced by the Romantic movement, emphasizing dramatic compositions and emotional intensity in his art.
what you'll learn
Studying Ward's work allows students to explore Romantic landscape painting techniques, animal anatomy, and the use of dramatic lighting to convey emotion. Students can also learn about composition and narrative within landscape art.
related: George Stubbs, John Constable
30 artworks
Mrs William Theobald, née Sarah Cooke
1832
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William Lynn
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The Eildon Hills and the Tweed
1807
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Interior of a Stable
1810
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Studies of a Man's Head
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Reculver Church, Isle of Thanet, Kent
1818
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Cow in Barn
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Huntsmen Drawing Covert
1797
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Gordale Scar (A View of Gordale, in the Manor of East Malham in Craven, Yorkshire, the Property of Lord Ribblesdale)
1814
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Sheep on the Downs
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The Swineherd
1810
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Duckweeds
1845
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Portrait of a Young Man
1815
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An Overshot Mill in Wales (Aberdulais)
1847
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An Extensive Landscape with a Windmill
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Fanny', a Favourite Dog
1822
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Melrose Abbey
1807
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Coast Scene
1836
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Harlech Castle
1808
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The Ladies Elizabeth and Georgiana Stanhope
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Gordale Scar
1813
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Sheep by a Stream
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Michael Bryan and His Family
1799
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River Landscape with Bridge, Figures and Cattle
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The Morning Grey
1853
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Two Studies of Children
1812
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James Ward
1848
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Mary Hill, Aged 88, Seated with Children
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Landscape with Sheep
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Pegwell Bay, near Ramsgate
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