William (1766) Ward Paintings & Artwork for Sale | William (1766) Ward Art Value Price Guide

Oct. 11, 2024
WILLIAM WARD (1766-1826): 'THE WARRENER' AND 'THE SHEPHERDS', TWO ENGLISH MEZZOTINTS, 19TH C.
Est: €100 - €200
Work: 60 x 44,5 cm Paper: ca. 66 x 54 cm Frame: 84 x 70 cm Both prints after paintings by George Morland (1763-1804).
Coronari Auctions
Aug. 17, 2024
W. WARD (*1766) after WRIGHT OF DERBY (*1734), Portrait of the painter Joseph Wright, 1807, Mezzoti
Est: €750 - €1,000
William Ward (1766 London - 1826 ibid.) after Joseph Wright of Derby (1734 Derby - 1797 ibid.): Portrait of the painter Joseph Wright, Wright of Derby, with wide-brimmed hat, 1807, Mezzotint Technique: Mezzotint on Paper Inscription: Lower right signed in the printing plate: "Engraved by Jas. Ward, Painter & Engraver to H. R. H. the Prince of Wales". At the lower part inscribed in the printing plate: "JOSEPH WRIGHT ESQR. From a Picture painted by himself in the possession of James Cade Esqr.". Lower right dated: "1807". Date: 1807 Description: Impressive self-portrait of the famous English painter, congenially rendered in nuanced black tones by James Ward. Keywords: portrait; man; historical; artwork; garment; hat; dignity; expression; shading; depth; tradition; culture; significant; academy; nuances; richness of detail; classic; elegant; portrait; formality, 19th century, Classicism, Portraits, United Kingdom, Size: Paper: 56,8 cm x 38,2 cm (22,4 x 15 in), Plate: 38,0 cm x 27,5 cm (15 x 10,8 in), Depiction: 34,5 cm x 27,5 cm (13,6 x 10,8 in)
Fichter Kunsthandel
Aug. 17, 2024
W. WARD (*1766) after HARLOW (*1787), Portrait 1. Duke of Sussex August Frederick (1773-1843), 1825
Est: €135 - €225
William Ward (1766 London - 1826 ibid.) after George Henry Harlow (1787 - 1819 ): Portrait 1st Duke of Sussex August Frederick (1773 London - 1843 London), 1825, Mezzotint Technique: Mezzotint on Paper Inscription: Lower right signed in the printing plate: "Engraved on Steel by Wm Ward Jun. / Engraver to H. R. H. The Duke of Clarence". At the lower part inscribed in the printing plate: "HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS THE DUKE OF SUSSEX Grand Master of the United Ancient, Free, and Accepted Masons of England to whom this Print is respectfully dedicated by their obedient Servant Willm Sams". Date: 1825 Description: This work of art shows a portrait of His Royal Highness, the Duke of Sussex. The extraordinary richness of detail and elegant appearance of the sitter, dressed in formal clothes and adorned with a medal, testify to nobility and grandeur. Person: Depicted: 1. Duke of Sussex August Frederick (1773 London - 1843 London) Keywords: Art; Portrait; Duke; Sussex; Nobility; Order; Elegance; Grandeur; History; Royality; Manliness; Prestige; Formal; Detailed; High quality; Venerable; Tradition; Cultural heritage; Dignity; Historical, 19th century, Romanticism, Portraits, United Kingdom, Size: Paper: 34,0 cm x 24,4 cm (13,4 x 9,6 in), Depiction: 21,8 cm x 18,1 cm (8,6 x 7,1 in)
Fichter Kunsthandel
May. 14, 2024
William Ward "A Visit to Grandfather" Mezzotint
Est: $200 - $400
William Ward (British, 1766-1826), "A Visit to the Grandfather", Mezzotint Engraving in Colors, depicting a family visiting their patriarch, giltwood frame. Image: 22" H x 18.5" W; frame: 30.5" H x 23.5" W. Provenance: From an East 55th Street Estate. Keywords: Prints, Multiples, English Art, Figurative, Antique
Auctions at Showplace
Mar. 23, 2024
W. WARD (*1766) after MORLAND (*1763), The Dram, The sip, Mezzotint
Est: €150 - €200
William Ward (1766 London - 1826 ibid.) after George Morland (1763 - 1804 ): The Dram, The sip, 18th century, Mezzotint Technique: Mezzotint on Paper Inscription: Signed in the printing plate below the image. Date: 18th century Description: Genre painting with a poor family on a journey, who stop at an inn for a drink. While the father asks for a glass of schnapps, the mother sits on the stairs of the inn with the two children and the travel bundle. Keywords: 18th century, Classicism, Leisure, Germany,
Fichter Kunsthandel
Mar. 23, 2024
W. WARD (*1766) after LIVERSEEGE (*1802), My Lady's Page, Mezzotint
Est: €60 - €100
William Ward (1766 London - 1826 ibid.) after Henry Liverseege (1802 - 1832 ): My Lady's Page, 18th century, Mezzotint Technique: Mezzotint on Paper Inscription: Signed and inscribed in the printing plate below the image. Date: 18th century Description: After the painting by the British artist Henry Liverseege from 1830. Keywords: 18th century, Classicism, Portraits, Germany,
Fichter Kunsthandel
Mar. 07, 2024
William Ward (1762 - 1826): No. 6 The Dram
Est: $100 - $200
William Ward (1762 - 1826): No. 6 The Dram mezzotint; after an original painting by George Morland (1763 - 1804); published by J. R. Smith, King Street, London 1796
Abell Auction
Dec. 19, 2023
"Match for one thousand guineas!!! (...)"
Est: €150 - €200
Coloured print on paper After drawing by Benjamin Marshall (1768-1835) engraved by William Ward (1766-1826) England, ca.1818 52x60
Veritas Art Auctioneers
Jul. 27, 2023
AFTER GEORGE MORLAND (British, 1763 - 1804). A Pair: "Visit to the Child at Nurse" and "A Visit to the Boarding School", Pair of colore
Est: $200 - $250
AFTER GEORGE MORLAND (British, 1763 - 1804). A Pair: "Visit to the Child at Nurse" and "A Visit to the Boarding School", Pair of colored engravings engraved by William Ward (1766–1826) and published in 1788. Both framed. Unexamined out of frame. - 21 3/4 x 17 1/4 in; frame: 28 x 32 1/4 in
Sloans & Kenyon
Jul. 20, 2023
Ward (William, 1766-1826). Cottagers & Travellers, after George Morland, 1791, 2 mezzotints
Est: £200 - £300
Ward (William, 1766-1826). Cottagers & Travellers, after George Morland, 1791, 2 mezzotints * Ward (William, 1766-1826). Cottagers & Travellers, after George Morland, 1791, mezzotint, printed in brown, published by T Simpson, London, February 1791, plate size 45 x 55 cm (17 3/4 x 21 3/4 ins) with margins, matching antique style black and gilt frames (67 x 76 cm) QTY: (2)
Dominic Winter Auctions
Jul. 19, 2023
Attributed to William Ward (1766-1826) British, children gathering items in an open landscape with a cottage b
Est: £20 - £30
Attributed to William Ward (1766-1826) British, children gathering items in an open landscape with a cottage beyond, watercolour, inscriptions verso, in a verre eglomise frame, 12" x 16", (30 x 40cm).
John Nicholson's Fine Art Auctioneers & Valuers
Jul. 15, 2023
W. WARD (1766-1826), The painter George MORLAND, 1805, Mezzotint
Est: €450 - €600
William Ward (1766 London - 1826 ibid.): The painter George MORLAND, artist's portrait, 1805, Mezzotint Technique: Mezzotint on Paper Date: 1805 Description: Large and impressive artist's rendering. George Morland with the drawing pencil. In the lower margin with inscription, signature, publisher's address and date: "Painted by Rob. Muller", "Engraved by W. Ward Mezzotino Engraver to H. R. H. the Duke of York", "George Morland", "pub. Jan. 1. 1805 by J. Harris, Gerrard Street, Soho". Keywords: Artist portrait, Painter portrait, Painter, England, 19th century, Classicism, Portraits, United Kingdom,
Fichter Kunsthandel
Jun. 21, 2023
William WARD Paire de Gravures
Est: €40 - €60
William WARD (1766-1826), Angleterre "The Contented Waterman (Plate 1) & Jack in the Bilboes (Plate 2)" d'après G. Morland Paire de gravures couleurs (traces et rousseurs), encadrement acajou (accidents, trous) et verre Dim: 36 x 45 cm
Legia-Auction
Apr. 27, 2023
AFTER GEORGE MORLAND (British, 1763 - 1804). A Pair: "Visit to the Child at Nurse" and "A Visit to the Boarding School", Pair of colore
Est: $200 - $250
AFTER GEORGE MORLAND (British, 1763 - 1804). A Pair: "Visit to the Child at Nurse" and "A Visit to the Boarding School", Pair of colored engravings engraved by William Ward (1766–1826) and published in 1788. Both framed. Unexamined out of frame. - 21 3/4 x 17 1/4 in; frame: 28 x 32 1/4 in
Sloans & Kenyon
Mar. 22, 2023
Attributed to William Ward (1766-1826) British, children gathering items in an open landscape with a cottage b
Est: £60 - £100
Attributed to William Ward (1766-1826) British, children gathering items in an open landscape with a cottage beyond, watercolour, inscriptions verso, in a verre eglomise frame, 12" x 16", (30 x 40cm).
John Nicholson's Fine Art Auctioneers & Valuers
Mar. 11, 2023
W. WARD (*1766) after RAMBERG (*1763), Woman with fan and dog, Stipple engraving
Est: €150 - €200
William Ward (1766 London - 1826 ibid.) after Johann Heinrich Ramberg (1763 Hannover - 1840 ibid.): Interior scene of a young woman with a fan lying coquettishly on the bed and a small dog, 18th century, Stipple engraving Technique: Stipple engraving on Paper, mounted on Paper Date: 18th century Description: Stipple engraving depicting a young lady with a fan and a dog. Keywords: Young woman, Dog, Fan, Bed, Coquetry, Pose, 18th century, Rococo, People, Germany,
Fichter Kunsthandel
Sep. 28, 2022
WILLIAM WARD London (1766 / 1826) "A visit to the child at nurse"
Est: €135 - €180
Engraving Signed and titled in plate. Based on the work of George Morland. It is presented in a carved wooden frame Measurements: Footprint: 47 x 56 cm
Ansorena
Aug. 29, 2022
William Ward (1766-1826), series o
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William Ward (1766-1826), series of four horse scenes, coloured mezzotints after George Morland, 56 x 44 cm, framed behind passepartout and glass (one missing) 68 x 78 cm
Historia Auctionata
Jun. 20, 2022
William Ward I (1766 - 1826) Een huishouden van Jan Steen
Est: -
Gravure, r.o. in de plaat gesigneerd - vouw. B 46 x 60 cm / 74 x 88 cm
Veilinghuis Onder de Boompjes
May. 26, 2022
AFTER GEORGE MORLAND (British, 1763 - 1804). A Pair: "Visit to the Child at Nurse" and "A Visit to the Boarding School", Pair of colore
Est: $450 - $650
AFTER GEORGE MORLAND (British, 1763 - 1804). A Pair: "Visit to the Child at Nurse" and "A Visit to the Boarding School", Pair of colored engravings engraved by William Ward (1766–1826) and published in 1788. Both framed. Unexamined out of frame. - 21 3/4 x 17 1/4 in; frame: 28 x 32 1/4 in
Sloans & Kenyon
May. 20, 2022
Ward, W. (1766-1826). ("Blind Man's Bluff").
Est: €100 - €150
Ward, W. (1766-1826). ("Blind Man's Bluff"). Handcol. mezzotint after G. MORLAND, 37,5x48 cm., framed under a 19th cent. full mahogany frame. - AND 1 other similar uniformly framed. - Not examined outside frame.
Bubb > Kuyper: Auctioneers of Books, Fine Arts & Manuscripts
Apr. 20, 2022
AFTER GEORGE MORLAND (British, 1763 - 1804). Visit to the Child at Nurse and A Visit to the Boarding School. Pair of colored engravings
Est: $450 - $650
AFTER GEORGE MORLAND (British, 1763 - 1804). Visit to the Child at Nurse and A Visit to the Boarding School. Pair of colored engravings engraved by William Ward (1766–1826) and published in 1788. Both framed. Unexamined out of frame. - 21 3/4 x 17 1/4 in; frame: 28 x 32 1/4 in
Sloans & Kenyon
Mar. 26, 2022
William I Ward "Outside of a Country Alehouse". 1797.
Est: €150 - €180
William I Ward 1766 London – 1826 ebenda James Ward 1769 London – 1859 Cheshunt Mezzotinto auf Bütten nach einem Gemälde von James Ward. Unterhalb der Darstellung re. in der Platte künstlerbezeichnet "Engraved by W. Ward" sowie li. bezeichnet "Painted by J. Ward", u.Mi. betitelt sowie datiert und mit Adressvermerk "published March 1. 1798 by W. Ward. Delancey Place. Hampstead Road". Hinter altem Glas in profilierter schwarz lackierter Holzleiste mit goldener Sichtleiste original gerahmt.
Schmidt Kunstauktionen Dresden OHG
Mar. 21, 2022
AFTER GEORGE MORLAND (British, 1763 - 1804). Visit to the Child at Nurse and A Visit to the Boarding School. Pair of colored engravings
Est: $450 - $650
AFTER GEORGE MORLAND (British, 1763 - 1804). Visit to the Child at Nurse and A Visit to the Boarding School. Pair of colored engravings engraved by William Ward (1766–1826) and published in 1788. Both framed. Unexamined out of frame. - 21 3/4 x 17 1/4 in; frame: 28 x 32 1/4 in
Sloans & Kenyon
Jan. 15, 2022
WILLIAM WARD (ENGLISH, 1762-1826) ENGRAVINGS
Est: $100 - $300
WILLIAM WARD (ENGLISH, 1762-1826) ENGRAVINGS Rabbits & Guinea Pigs Portrait pairs of rabbits and guinea pigs, text along lower edge reading "Painted by G. Morland; Engraved by William Ward; Engraver to H.R.H the Duke of York". Identically matted behind glass and gilt framed. Sights: 10" height, 12.25" width; frames: 17" height, 19.5" width
Selkirk Auctioneers & Appraisers
Dec. 30, 2021
W.WARD (*1766) after MORLAND (*1763), The Dram, The Sip, Mezzotint
Est: €150 - €200
William Ward (1766 London - 1826 ibid.) after George Morland (1763 - 1804 ), The Dram, The Sip, 18th century, Mezzotint Technique: Mezzotint on Paper Inscription: Signed in the printing plate below the image. Date: 18th century Description: Genre painting with a poor family on a journey, who stop at an inn for a drink. While the father asks for a glass of schnapps, the mother sits on the stairs of the inn with the two children and the travel bundle. Keywords: 18th century, Classicism, Leisure, Germany, Size: 52,5 cm x 40,5 cm Condition: Good Condition. The edges of the sheet are trimmed. Along the lower edge of the sheet the paper is clearly damaged by creases and restored marginal tears. The image makes a very good impression.
Fichter Kunsthandel
Nov. 08, 2021
William I Ward (1766-1826) aft
Est: -
William I Ward (1766-1826) after George Morland (1762/63-1804), three watercolour mezzotints with horse motifs: ''The first of September morning'', ''The first of September eveneing'' as well as ''The Farmers Stable'', each inscribed in the margin, last sheet with scratch, c. 48 x 60 cm, framed behind glass and passepartout 69 x 82 cm
Historia Auctionata
Oct. 23, 2021
William Ward after George Morland Repast Mezzotint
Est: £10 - £15
William Ward, (1766-1826), after George Morland, (1763-1804), 'The Repast', Mezzotint. Framed under glass 65 x 51.5 cm.
Cooper Barrington LLP
Sep. 18, 2021
William I Ward "Outside of a Country Alehouse". 1797.
Est: €180 - €200
William I Ward 1766 London – 1826 ebenda James Ward 1769 London – 1859 Cheshunt Mezzotinto auf Bütten nach einem Gemälde von James Ward. Unterhalb der Darstellung re. in der Platte künstlerbezeichnet "Engraved by W. Ward" sowie li. bezeichnet "Painted by J. Ward", u.Mi. betitelt sowie datiert und mit Adressvermerk "published March 1. 1798 by W. Ward. Delancey Place. Hampstead Road". Hinter altem Glas in profilierter schwarz lackierter Holzleiste mit goldener Sichtleiste original gerahmt.
Schmidt Kunstauktionen Dresden OHG
Sep. 11, 2021
After George MORLAND: Two Colored Engravings
Est: $150 - $250
Two engravings, "Children Nutting" and Children Bird Nesting", after George Morland by William Ward the Elder, RA (London 1766 – London 1826). Published Feb 27th 1789 by Smith, 31 King St, Covent Garden, London. [Image: 17 1/2" H x 21 1/2" W; Frame: 26" H x 30" W]. In good condition.
Roland Auctions NY
Aug. 23, 2021
William I Ward (1766-1826) af
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William I Ward (1766-1826) after George Morland (1762/63-1804), three watercolor mezzotints with horse motifs: ''The first of September morning'', ''The first of September eveneing'' as well as ''The Farmers Stable'', each inscribed in the written margin, last sheet with scratch, ca. 48 x 60 cm, framed behind glass a. passepartout 69 x 82 cm
Historia Auctionata
May. 15, 2020
WARD, William (1766-1826) – Inside of a Country Alehouse - Outside of a Country Alehouse
Est: €500 - €800
Twee gekleurde aquatintgravures (c 38 x 61 cm) van W. Ward naar G. Morland (London, 1797). Uniform ingelijst in twee mooie sierlijsten met ornamenten en bladgoud.
Auctions Van de Wiele
Nov. 06, 2019
* Ward (William). Portrait of John Cotes, 1810
Est: £200 - £300
* Ward (William, 1766-1826). Portrait of John Cotes Esqr. M.P. for the County of Salop..., published Thomas Weaver, Shrewsbury, 1810, uncoloured mezzotint after Thomas Weaver, some staining and toning, trimmed to image on three sides, 595 x 725 mm, framed and glazed (Qty: 1)
Dominic Winter Auctions
Oct. 02, 2019
* Ward (William). The Holderness Cow, 1798
Est: £500 - £800
* Ward (William, 1766-1826). To the Right Honble Lord Somerville, President of the Board of Agriculture - This Plate of The Holderness Cow is respectfully dedicated..., published G. Garrard, 1798, mezzotint after G. Garrard with contemporary hand colouring, 480 x 610 mm, mounted, framed and glazed (Qty: 1)
Dominic Winter Auctions
Oct. 02, 2019
* Ward (W.), The Holderness Cow, 1798
Est: £300 - £500
* Ward (William, 1766-1826). To the Right Hoble. Lord Somerville, President of the Board of Agriculture - This plate of a Holderness Cow is respectfully dedicated..., published G. Garrard, 1798, uncoloured mezzotint after G., Garrard, trimmed to plate mark, margins extended, some creasing and slight abrasion to printed title and letters, the whole backed with later paper, 480 x 605 mm (Qty: 1)
Dominic Winter Auctions
Oct. 02, 2019
* Ward (William). The Celebrated Greyhound Snowball, 1807,
Est: £300 - £500
* Ward (William, 1766-1826). To the members of the Malton Meeting & all the celebrated Coursing Meetings in the United Kingdom, This Portrait of the Celebrated greyhound Snowball, late the property of Edward Topham Esqre. of the Wold Cottage Yorkshire..., published Random & Smith at their Sporting Gallery, 1807, mezzotint after H. B. Chalon, printed in colours and finished by hand, 515 x 615 mm, mounted, framed and glazed (Qty: 1)
Dominic Winter Auctions
Oct. 02, 2019
* Ward (William). The Unrivalled Lincolnshire Heifer, 1813,
Est: £200 - £300
* Ward (William, 1766-1826). The Unrivalled Lincolnshire Heifer, Fed by Thomas Willoughby of Orby near Burgh and now his Property..., 1813, mezzotint after Thomas Weaver, printed in colours and finished by hand, some surface abrasion and scuffing, some staining, closed tears affecting image, dust soiling to margins, 500 x 605 mm, framed and glazed (Qty: 1)
Dominic Winter Auctions
Oct. 02, 2019
* Ward (William). The Blyth Comet Ox, 1818
Est: £700 - £1,000
* Ward (William, 1766-1826). Portraits of the Blyth Comet Ox, 2 years & 11 months old and Four Wether Sheep, 21 months old. Bred & Fed by Mr Champion of Blyth Notts. & exhibited by him at the London Christmas Cattle Shew, Sadlers Yard, Decr. 1817..., published Charles Champion of Blyth, 1818, large mezzotint after Thomas Weaver, printed in colours and finished by hand, occasional repaired marginal closed tears, slight creasing and dust soiling, appears to be laid on later paper, 605 x 760 mm, framed and glazed (Qty: 1)
Dominic Winter Auctions
Oct. 02, 2019
* Ward (William). Portrait of John Cotes, 1810
Est: £300 - £500
* Ward (William, 1766-1826). Portrait of John Cotes Esqr. M.P. for the County of Salop..., published Thomas Weaver, Shrewsbury, 1810, uncoloured mezzotint after Thomas Weaver, some staining and toning, trimmed to image on three sides, 595 x 725 mm, framed and glazed (Qty: 1)
Dominic Winter Auctions
Oct. 02, 2019
* Ward (William). Portrait of John Cotes..., 1810
Est: £500 - £800
* Ward (William, 1766-1826). Portrait of John Cotes Esqr. M.P. for the County of Salop..., published Thomas Weaver, Shrewsbury, 1810, mezzotint printed in colours and finished by hand after Thomas Weaver, small margins, 595 x 725 mm, framed and glazed (Qty: 1)
Dominic Winter Auctions
Oct. 02, 2019
* Ward (William). A Short Horned Heifer, 7 Years Old, published W. Robinson, 1811
Est: £400 - £600
* Ward (William, 1766-1826). A Short Horned Heifer, 7 Years Old, published W. Robinson, 1811, mezzotint after Thomas Weaver, printed in colours and finished by hand, trimmed to plate mark, 505 x 605 mm (Qty: 1)
Dominic Winter Auctions
Oct. 02, 2019
* Ward (William). A Short Horned Heifer, 7 years old..., 1811
Est: £500 - £800
* Ward (William, 1766-1826). A Short Horned Heifer, 7 years old, Bred & fed by Mr. Robert Colling of Barmpton near Darlington in the County of Durham..., published W. Robinson, 1811, uncoloured mezzotint after Thomas Weaver, occasional marginal closed tears, laid on later paper, 510 x 610 mm, framed and glazed (Qty: 1)
Dominic Winter Auctions
Feb. 14, 2019
William Ward, plate from "Temple of Flora"
Est: $200 - $300
William Ward (1766-1826), "The Snowdrop", hand-colored mezzotint after Abraham Pether for Robert John Thornton's "Temple of Flora", London, 1804, unframed, 20.75"h x 16"w (sheet)
Millea Bros Ltd
Nov. 21, 2018
WILLIAM WARD (1762-1826) British, After GEORGE MORLAND (1763-1804) British
Est: £100 - £150
WILLIAM WARD (1762-1826) British, After GEORGE MORLAND (1763-1804) British The Sportsmans Return; together with Inside of a Country Ale House Coloured mezzotints, published December 20th 1792 and May 6th 1800 respectively, framed and glazed. 61 x 49 cm. (2)
Rowley Fine Art Auctioneers and Valuers
May. 19, 2018
W. Ward "The Shepherds" By G. Morland Mezzotint
Est: $80 - $120
William Ward (England, 1766-1826) mezzotint engraving depicting shepherds with their flock, titled "The Shepherds" lower center, "Painted by G. Morland" (George Morland, England, 1763-1804) to lower left, and "Engraved by W. Ward Engraver to HRH the Duke of York" to lower right. Framed and matted under glass. Gilt frame measures 26" in height by 32" by 1-1/2" in depth, the sight image measures 18" in height by 24" in width. All measurements are approximate, in overall good condition.
Bremo Auctions
Feb. 17, 2018
William Ward (1766–1826)
Est: €100 - €200
William Ward (1766–1826) The Wood Cutters, after George Morland Forrest scene with a man sitting on a donkey talking to a woman, another man cutting twigs beside them. To the right, a dog sleeping, in the background two figures warming themselves near a fire. Lettered below image with title, "Painted G. Morland./Engraved by W. Ward/London Pub.d April 9. 1792 by T. Simpson St. Pauls Church Yard./The Wood Cutters. Handcoloured mezzotint on paper 49 cm x 58 cm Catalogue notes: Other examples include those in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Accession Number: 14.1.8
Hessink's
Feb. 17, 2018
William Ward (1766-1826)
Est: €100 - €200
William Ward (1766-1826) A Visit to the Child at Nurse, after George Morland Interior of a simple room, where a nurse sits on the end of a bed holding a little child, passing it to its mother who enters from outside to left, in a dark plumed hat, cloak, dress and sash, a little girl behind her wearing a hat and gloves, two other charges, one asleep on the bed to right, the other playing on the floor to left Lettered below the image with the title, and "Painted by G. Morland / Engraved by W. Ward / London Published August 20th 1788 by J.R. Smith No 31 King Street Covent Garden". 50 cm x 60 cm Catalogue notes: Other examples include those in the British Museum, Museum number 1941,1011.69 and the Metropolitan Museum of Art Accession Number:53.600.1885, and the Victoria and Albert Museum, Museum number: MISC.709-1992
Hessink's
Feb. 17, 2018
William Ward (1766-1826)
Est: €100 - €200
William Ward (1766-1826) Gipsies, after George Morland Scene in a wood, under an old gnarled tree, where a man lies on his front, sleeping, a dog stretched out beside him, while a woman wearing an old, hooded cloak, kneels talking to a young girl, who crouches opposite her, and a boy listens, sitting beside them with his back to the viewer Lettered below the image with the title, and "Painted by G. Morland / Engraved by W. Ward / London, Pubd. April 9 1792 by T Simpson St Pauls Church Yard". 50 cm x 60 cm Catalogue notes: Other examples include those in the British Museum, Museum number 1859,0709.796
Hessink's