Ward Brothers Black Duck
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, 1947 18 in. long
A balsa-bodied black duck displaying a slightly turned head and raised wing tips. The underside bears Lem and Steve's signatures, two ink collection stamps, and the inked inscription "1947 / Lem / Steve." In original paint with minor wear, original Ward putty to tail tip.
Provenance: Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection
Literature: Ronald J. Gard and Brian J. McGrath, "The Ward Brothers' Decoys: A Collector's Guide," Plano, TX, 1989, pl. 69, exact decoy illustrated.
Provenance
Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Ward Brothers Black Ducks to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Oct 2026 | Excellent | Original | $4,080 |
| 1 Oct 2026 | — | Original | $1,320 |
| 30 Jul 2026 | — | Original | $6,120 |
| 25 Jul 2026 | — | — | $5,100 |
| 24 Jul 2026 | Excellent | Original | $24,000 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Ward Brothers sales