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Ward Brothers Canvasback Drake
The Ward Brothers, Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976) Crisfield, MD, c. 1936
$2,280
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $2,000–$3,000
Sold 12 Feb 2015at The Winter Sale 2015 — Copley
SpeciesCanvasbackConfigDrakePoseTurned head
The catalog record
The Ward Brothers, Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976) Crisfield, MD, c. 1936
A Chesapeake Bay canvasback displaying glass eyes, a slightly turned head, and stippled wing paint. In working repaint with areas of original paint and gunning wear. Original tail has been reset and bill is professional replacement.
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