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Ward Brothers Canvasback
The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976)
$1,080
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $1,500–$2,500under estimate
Sold Jul 2025at Copley, July 2025
SpeciesCanvasbackPoseTurned headSize16.75"
The catalog record
The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976) Crisfield, MD, c. 1936 16 3/4 in. long
An early Chesapeake Bay canvasback displaying a slightly turned head and stippled wing paint. In working repaint with areas of original paint and gunning wear. Original tail has been reset and bill is a professional replacement.
Provenance: Curt Mettam Collection
Provenance
Curt Mettam 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