Ward Brothers Half-sized Green-winged Teal Pair
Ward Brothers, Lemuel T. (1896-1983) and Stephen (1895-1976) Crisfield, MD, c. 1961 Balsa-bodied, with carved cedar heads and inserted tails. Written in ink on the bottom of each, "Green-Wing Teal Drake/Hen. Ward Bros., Crisfield, MD 1961." Under the tail of the drake written in pencil, "D. Teal." These birds were originally a gift from the Wards.
The catalog record
Ward Brothers, Lemuel T. (1896-1983) and Stephen (1895-1976) Crisfield, MD, c. 1961 Balsa-bodied, with carved cedar heads and inserted tails. Written in ink on the bottom of each, "Green-Wing Teal Drake/Hen. Ward Bros., Crisfield, MD 1961." Under the tail of the drake written in pencil, "D. Teal." These birds were originally a gift from the Wards. Original paint with a light coat of sealer applied to the heads and minimal wear from handling. Minor touchup to wingtips.
Provenance: Private Collection, Virginia
Literature: Ronald J. Gard and Brian J. McGrath, "The Ward Brothers Decoys," Plano, TX, 1989, p. 125, plate 108.
Provenance
Private Collection, Virginia
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Ward Brothers Green-winged Teal to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Apr 2026 | Excellent | Original | $6,600 |
| 26 Feb 2026 | — | Original | $1,500 |
| 15 Nov 2025 | — | Original | $7,800 |
| 15 Nov 2025 | — | Original | $2,100 |
| 25 Jul 2025 | — | Original | $30,000 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Ward Brothers sales