Study of Sheeps' Heads 1836

jamesward

charcoal drawing

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

acrylic on canvas

portrait head and shoulder

underpainting

animal portrait

animal drawing portrait

surrealist

watercolor

"Study of Sheeps' Heads" is an oil painting by English artist James Ward, created in 1836. Ward, known for his detailed animal portraits, presents two sheep's heads in profile, capturing their distinct features with meticulous accuracy. The painting highlights Ward's mastery of rendering textures, particularly the sheep's wool. The animal subjects, though inanimate, convey a sense of life and character, drawing viewers into the world of the artist's keen observation.