Ward Brothers Canvasback Drake
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, 1936
Overall great form, signed "L.T. Ward - Bro. Crisfield. MD 1936 Steve Ward - Lem Ward."
Mostly original paint with some working repaint and some overpaint removed. Considerable wear, end half of the bill has been professionally restored, chips to both edges of the tail, slight seam separation where the head meets the body.
Provenance: Dr. S. Lloyd Newberry Collection
Literature: A. Earnest, The Art of the Decoy, New York, NY, 1965, p. 181.
Provenance
Dr. S. Lloyd Newberry Collection
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