Jan 1, 2025
The Runaway Wagon
Artist: James Ward (English, 1769-1859)
Date: 1750-1850
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Collection: Private Collection
Description
An exhilarating and urgent chase is depicted in The Runaway Wagon as a man desperately pursues his wagon pulled by two horses as they speed away in a full gallop. James Ward is best known for his accomplished animal studies although he also expertly captured people and landscapes; in this composition, he brings all three components together to create an engaging scene. The tumultuous energy of the scene is heightened by the dark and stormy clouds in the sky and the shadowy ground beneath, and Ward’s vigorous brush strokes and strong colours add to the drama.
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