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Ward Brothers Turned-head Gull

The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976)

Ward Brothers – Turned-Head Gull – 2020
$1,920
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $2,000–$3,000under estimate
Sold 15 Feb 2020at The Winter Sale 2020 — Copley

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SpeciesGullPoseTurned headSize17.5"PaintOriginal

The catalog record

The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976) Crisfield, MD, 1966 17 1/2 in. long

A rare decoy by these famous makers, this gull features anatomically accurate bill carving and a rocked-back head. The bottom exhibits the Kramer Collection's co-joined "MK" brand and the inked inscription "Confidence Decoy / Made by Steve. Painted by Lem. Ward Bro / Dr. Kramer Collection." Original paint with minor wear, including a crack down the back.

Provenance: Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection

Provenance

Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection

Comparable sales

The 4 most recent Ward Brothers Gulls to cross the block.

SoldConditionPaintBrought
25 Jul 2026—Original$9,600
14 Sep 2024—Original$8,400
17 Feb 2017—Original$2,400
12 Feb 2015—Original$5,100

Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Ward Brothers sales