Ward Brothers "sunbathing" Blue-winged Teal Drake
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, 1967 10 3/4 in. long
An area painted on the base reads, "SUNBATHING, LEM WARD, WILDFOWL COUNTERFITTER IN WOOD, 1967."
This titled work with its exceptional form, paint, and provenance is prominently featured in "The Story of Lem Ward." This important decoy was passed down in the Ward family.
Original paint with minor wear.
Provenance: Ida Ward Linton Collection Private Collection, Maryland
Literature: Glenn Lawson and Ida Ward Linton, "The Story of Lem Ward," Exton, PA 1984, p. 71, exact bird illustrated.
Provenance
Ida Ward Linton Collection Private Collection, Maryland
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Ward Brothers Blue-winged Teal to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Jul 2026 | Mint | Original | $51,000 |
| 26 Feb 2026 | — | Original | $4,800 |
| Feb 2026 | Excellent | Original | $18,000 |
| 25 Apr 2025 | Excellent | — | $1,500 |
| 4 Oct 2024 | Excellent | — | $990 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Ward Brothers sales