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Ward Brothers Redhead Pair
The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976)
SpeciesRedheadConfigPairSize13.5"PaintOriginalQuantity2
The catalog record
The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976) Crisfield, MD, 1969 13 1/2 in. long
A pair of turned-head redhead decoys. The undersides of both carvings bear the "MK" brand and the inked inscription: "Made by Steve. Painted by Lem. Ward Bro 1969 / Collection Dr. Mort Kramer." Original paint with minimal wear, drake has minor touch-up to chipped tail edge.
Provenance: Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection
Provenance
Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Ward Brothers Redheads to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Jul 2026 | — | Original | $5,100 |
| 18 Jun 2026 | — | — | $3,480 |
| 24 Apr 2026 | — | Original | $4,200 |
| 19 Mar 2026 | — | Original | $3,600 |
| 7 Dec 2025 | — | Repaint | $3,120 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Ward Brothers sales