{"product_id":"james-ward-r-a-animal-painter-1769-1895-and-his-england-by-g-e-fussell","title":"James Ward R.A. - Animal painter 1769-1895 and his England by G.E. Fussell","description":"\u003cp\u003eJames Ward R.A.: Animal Painter, 1769–1859, and His England by G. E. Fussell explores the life and work of James Ward, one of the most accomplished animal painters and engravers of nineteenth-century England. Ward was particularly renowned for his detailed paintings of animals, horses, livestock and rural landscapes, capturing the character of the English countryside during a period of significant change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book examines Ward's artistic career and the influences that shaped his work, as well as his connections with the wider British art world. Fussell looks closely at Ward's depictions of farm animals, prize livestock, horses and country scenes, showing how his art reflected the agricultural life and rural traditions of his time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlongside Ward's artistic achievements, the book provides an interesting picture of the England in which he lived and worked. It explores the changing countryside, farming practices and social life of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, placing Ward's paintings within their wider historical setting. Illustrated with reproductions of his work, the book offers an engaging insight into both the artist and the rural England that inspired him.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst published in 1974, this book is an interesting addition for collectors and readers interested in British art, animal painting, agricultural history and the English countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fine condition with minimal tears or damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 22cm x 15cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis item is second-hand and is sold as is. If you would like more details please contact us or visit us in store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e100% of profits raised from the sale of our goods will assist Fair Trade and Gift Shop in helping the many charities we support which make lasting change in the lives of disadvantaged people.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FAIR TRADE AND GIFT SHOP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49006806270105,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/7536\/2457\/files\/IMG_9516.jpg?v=1789089339","url":"https:\/\/fairtradeandgiftshop.com\/products\/james-ward-r-a-animal-painter-1769-1895-and-his-england-by-g-e-fussell","provider":"FAIR TRADE AND GIFT SHOP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}