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Ward Brothers Bluebill Hen
The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976)
$1,080
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $1,200–$1,800under estimate
Sold Feb 2025at Copley, February 2025
SpeciesScaup/BluebillConfigHenPoseTurned headSize14.5"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976) Crisfield, MD, c. 1940 14 1/2 in. long
A 1932-model balsa-bodied decoy with a turned head and high humped back. Original paint with gunning wear and scattered fill and touch-up to worn areas. Crack in head.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Ward Brothers Scaup/Bluebills to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct 2026 | — | — | $625 |
| 3 Oct 2026 | Excellent | Original | $5,460 |
| 3 Oct 2026 | — | Original | $4,260 |
| 24 Sep 2026 | — | Original | $2,520 |
| 25 Jul 2026 | Excellent | — | $4,800 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Ward Brothers sales