John Ward ( 1798 - 1849 ) was a British painter. John Ward s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 3210.5 USD for A calm day on the estuary, thought to be the Thames in 2004 to 93062.61 USD for The Northern Whale Fishery; the Swan and Isabella in 2006 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.