Makers / Ward Brothers / Pintail
Ward Brothers Half-size Flying Pintail
Lemuel T. Ward (1896-1984) Crisfield, MD, 1954
$2,760
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $1,500–$2,500over estimate
Sold Jul 2025at Copley, July 2025
SpeciesPintailPoseFlyingSize11.75"PaintOriginalCarved1954FormHalf-size
The catalog record
Lemuel T. Ward (1896-1984) Crisfield, MD, 1954 11 3/4 in. long, 151/4 in. wingspan
A decorative with a full balsa body with excellent carving and painting. The underside of this pintail's left wing is inscribed "Easton's Art Show April 23, 24, 25th, 1954." Original paint with light wear. On right wing, touch-up to reset line in speculum and to reset wing tip. Minor spot of touch-up to a drip and rub on lower back side.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Ward Brothers Pintails to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct 2026 | — | Repaint | $150 |
| 20 Aug 2026 | — | Original | $1,110 |
| 26 Jul 2026 | — | Original | $3,467 |
| 25 Jul 2026 | Mint | — | $10,800 |
| 25 Jul 2026 | Excellent | Original | $3,900 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Ward Brothers sales