Ward Brothers Albanus Phillips-rig Canada Goose

The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976) Crisfield, MD, c. 1930 24 3/4 in. long

A rare and exceptional goose form from the rig of Colonel Albanus Phillips (1871-1949) of the Bishops Head Gun Club. This earlier example has some similarities with the model named for Bishops Head Club, such as the high back, shoulder separation, and Roman nose. That said, this bird displays a more rounded form. Original and working repaint worn down to wood with heavy gunning wear and cracks throughout.

Provenance: Colonel Albanus Phillips Rig

Provenance

Colonel Albanus Phillips Rig