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Ward Brothers Canvasback Drake
The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1983) and Stephen (1895-1976)
$3,300
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $2,200–$2,800over estimate
Sold 25 Jul 2019at The Sporting Sale 2019 — Copley
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The catalog record
The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1983) and Stephen (1895-1976) Crisfield, MD, 1930 16 in. long
From a rig of eighteen boldly carved canvasbacks that were hunted on the Pokomoke River. Original paint with even gunning wear and some flaking, mostly along grain lines.
Provenance: Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection
Literature: Ronald J. Gard and Brian J. McGrath, "Ward Brothers’ Decoys: A Collector’s Guide," Wolf City, TX, 1989, p. 17, rigmate illustrated.
Provenance
Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Ward Brothers Canvasbacks to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Oct 2026 | — | Original | $2,040 |
| 1 Oct 2026 | — | Original | $720 |
| 6 Aug 2026 | — | Original | $840 |
| 30 Jul 2026 | — | Repaint | $630 |
| 25 Jul 2026 | Excellent | Original | $11,400 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Ward Brothers sales