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Ward Brothers Canvasback Drake
The Ward Brothers, Lemuel T. (1896-1983) and Stephen (1895-1976) Crisfield, MD, c. 1920
$863
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $1,500–$2,500under estimate
Sold 17 Jan 2011at The Winter Sale 2011 — Copley
SpeciesCanvasbackConfigDrakePoseTurned headPaintRepaint
The catalog record
The Ward Brothers, Lemuel T. (1896-1983) and Stephen (1895-1976) Crisfield, MD, c. 1920
An early slightly turned head decoy with pronounced bill carving. Old in-use repaint with gunning wear and an age crack on one side.
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