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Ward Brothers Preening Pintail Hen
The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976)
SpeciesPintailConfigHenPosePreenerSize12"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976) Crisfield, MD, 1962 12 in. long
This outstanding hollow decorative hen features Lem's most elaborate carving and painting. Original paint with minimal wear.
Provenance: Russell B. Aitken Collection Private Collection, Maryland
Literature: Byron Cheever, "Ward Bros," Spanish Fork, UT, 1966, p. 34, plate 12, similar decoys illustrated.
Provenance
Russell B. Aitken Collection Private Collection, Maryland
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