Farm Workers Flailing Corn 

This drawing, "Farm Workers Flailing Corn" by James Ward, captures a moment of rural labor. The scene depicts a group of farm workers engaged in the laborious task of flailing corn, their figures rendered with a sense of movement and exertion. Ward, known for his animal paintings and landscapes, uses simple lines and washes to suggest the figures and their surroundings, highlighting the physicality of their work. The work offers a glimpse into the daily life of rural laborers in the 18th or 19th century, showcasing the artist's keen observation of human and animal form.