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Ward Brothers Redhead Hen
The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976)
$1,200
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $600–$900over estimate
Sold 15 Feb 2020at The Winter Sale 2020 — Copley
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The catalog record
The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976) Crisfield, MD, 1948 14 in. long
A redhead hen with Lem's signature and the following inscription on the underside of the balsa body: "Red Head (Aythya americana) L. T. Ward - Bro. Crisfield MD / Best Grade / Made and painted by Lem Ward 1948." In original paint with minor wear, reset bill with touch-up.
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