| Method | Mezzotint |
| Artist | William Ward after Thomas Weaver |
| Published | [c.1811] |
| Dimensions | Image 453 x 607 mm, Sheet 493 x 613 mm |
| Notes |
Inscription beneath title reads: Bred & fed by Mr. Robert Colling of Barmpton, near Darlington in the County of Durham. William Ward (1762 - 1826) was an English engraver. He was the son of James and Rachael Ward, and elder brother of James Ward. Ward was appointed engraver to the Duke of York, the Prince of Wales, and associate engraver to the Royal Academy. His brother James was one of the outstanding artists of the day, his singular style and great skill set him above most of his contemporaries. Ward trained his brother James in engraving, and later engraved much of his work. Ward was married to Maria Morland, sister of George Morland, and had two children - Martin Theodore Ward (d.1874) and William James Ward (d.1840). Thomas Weaver (1774 - 1843) was a British painter of animals and agricultural scenes. Boalch 28, Chaloner Smith undescribed, Frankau 262 Condition: Trimmed to plate mark, repaired tear to top right of image. Laid on card. Rubbed impression |
| Framing | unmounted |
| Price | £800.00 |
| Stock ID | 29081 |