A Tree Trunk on the Ground 

This simple yet expressive drawing by English artist James Ward, known for his animal paintings and landscapes, showcases his keen eye for detail. The piece, likely a study for a larger work, focuses on a fallen tree trunk, its intricate knots and branches rendered with delicate hatching and shading. The background, with its faint suggestion of foliage and a distant horizon, adds context to the subject, highlighting Ward's interest in capturing the natural world in its raw form. This drawing is a testament to the artist's ability to find beauty in the seemingly ordinary, demonstrating the artistic potential of even the most unassuming subjects.