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David Ward Ruddy Turnstone
David B. Ward (b. 1947) Essex, CT, c. 2000
$920
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $400–$600over estimate
Sold Jul 2010at Copley, July 2010
SpeciesShorebird (other)
The catalog record
David B. Ward (b. 1947) Essex, CT, c. 2000 A hollow shorebird decoy in fall plumage with carved primaries, a split tail and a "DBW" brand signature. A future classic by the grandson of Ted Mulliken, founder of Wildfowler decoys. Original condition.
Comparable sales
The 4 most recent David Ward other shorebirds to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Mar 2025 | Excellent | Original | $1,110 |
| 7 Mar 2025 | Excellent | Original | $630 |
| 16 Feb 2019 | — | Original | $660 |
| Jul 2013 | — | — | $1,150 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All David Ward sales