Study for a Memorial (from Sketchbook) 1857 - 1860

This is a preparatory sketch for a memorial, showing two figures, possibly allegorical in nature. The piece is part of a sketchbook and demonstrates the artist's process in the creation of a sculpture. The loose, gestural lines, characteristic of John Quincy Adams Ward's style, give the piece a sense of immediacy and capture the essence of the figures. It is a fascinating glimpse into the creative process of a renowned American sculptor.