A Sheep Resting c. 1800 - 1810

jamesward

drawing

amateur sketch

light pencil work

pencil sketch

botanical illustration

possibly oil pastel

pencil drawing

green background

botanical drawing

botanical art

warm toned green

"A Sheep Resting" is a watercolor painting by James Ward, a prominent British artist known for his animal studies, created around 1800-1810. This detailed study of a sheep captures the animal's soft, fluffy fur and its relaxed pose. Ward's meticulous attention to detail and realistic depiction of the sheep's anatomy showcase his skill in animal portraiture.