john ward
John Ward (1798–1849): The Mariner's Painter of Hull John Ward was born on December 28, 1798, in Hereford, England—the youngest son of Abraham Ward, a master mariner and antiquarian, and Sarah Clark. His upbringing amidst the scent of linseed oil and his father’s fascination with ancient artifacts profoundly shaped his artistic sensibilities. From an early age, he demonstrated exceptional talent for drawing, nurtured by his parents' e…
The Lifeline
Scroll through john ward's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.
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Chapters — Career Periods
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Thumbnails — Dated Works
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Colour Band — Movement Drift
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