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Ward Brothers "steps In Carving A Duck Head"

The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976)

Ward Brothers – "Steps in Carving a Duck Head" – 2019
$1,200
Brought, including buyer's premium
Sold 25 Jul 2019at The Sporting Sale 2019 — Copley

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SpeciesNot a birdSize5.5"Signedyes

The catalog record

The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976) Crisfield, MD, c. 1965 5 1/2 in. long

Dr. Kramer considered it a luxury to watch Steve's carving process and decided to share the maker's alchemy with future generations by preserving and presenting this series of five duck heads. The steps include: Bandsaw, Hatchet, Knife, Rough sandpaper, and Fine finish. The latter four are signed by the Wards. Original condition.

Provenance: Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection

Provenance

Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection

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