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Ward Brothers Canvasback Pair

The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976)

$3,000
Brought, including buyer's premium

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The catalog record

The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976) Crisfield, MD, c. 1965 16 in. long

A pair of 36-model turned-head canvasbacks with keels. Displays on the underside the Kramer Collection brand and ink stamp along with the inked inscription "L. T. Ward - Bro. Crisfield, Md. Lem - Steve Ward / 1936." Original paint with even wear.

Provenance: Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection

Provenance

Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection

Comparable sales

The 5 most recent Ward Brothers Canvasbacks to cross the block.

SoldConditionPaintBrought
1 Oct 2026—Original$2,040
1 Oct 2026—Original$720
6 Aug 2026—Original$840
30 Jul 2026—Repaint$630
25 Jul 2026ExcellentOriginal$11,400

Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Ward Brothers sales