Ward Brothers Canada Goose
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, 1948 23 1/2 in. long
A balsa-bodied Canada goose with a turned head. The underside is signed by Lem Ward, inscribed " L. T. Ward - Bro. 1948," and bears the Kramer Collection ink stamp and brand. In original paint with some wear.
Provenance: Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection acquired in 1977
Literature: Glenn Lawson, "The Story of Lem Ward," West Chester, PA, 1984, p. 104, exact decoy illustrated.
Provenance
Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection acquired in 1977
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Ward Brothers Canada Geese to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Jul 2026 | Good | Original | $39,000 |
| 18 Jun 2026 | Excellent | — | $2,760 |
| 18 Jun 2026 | Excellent | — | $1,440 |
| 18 Jun 2026 | — | Original | $990 |
| 4 Jun 2026 | — | Original | $3,120 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Ward Brothers sales