Ward Brothers Pintail Pair
The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976)
The catalog record
The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976) Crisfield, MD, c. 1936 16 in. long
A classic rigmate pair of Lem's favorite species. Each has a turned head and its original rigging. Original paint with gunning wear, touch-up to right side of drake's breast, repaired neck seams, and old replaced bills. Cracks along bottoms.
Provenance: Bud Ward Collection Private Collection
Literature: Richard W. Oliver Auction Gallery, "Rare and Important American Bird Decoys," July 2-3, 1988, lot 454, exact pair illustrated. Ronald J. Gard and Brian J. McGrath, "The Ward Brothers' Decoys: A Collector's Guide," Plano, TX, 1989, pl. 59, related pair illustrated.
Provenance
Bud Ward Collection Private Collection
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