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Ward Brothers Ruddy Duck
The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976)
SpeciesRuddy DuckConfigPairSize10.5"PaintOriginalSignedyes
The catalog record
The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976) Crisfield, MD, 1969 10 1/2 in. long
The underside of the hollow body is signed and dated by the maker. Original paint with light wear.
Provenance: Grobaker Collection Michael Boxer Collection
Literature: Glenn Lawson, "The Story of Lem Ward," West Chester, PA, 1984, p. 66, related pair illustrated.
Provenance
Grobaker Collection Michael Boxer Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Ward Brothers Ruddy Ducks to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Nov 2025 | Excellent | Original | $192,000 |
| 8 Mar 2024 | — | — | $2,520 |
| Feb 2024 | — | Original | $26,400 |
| Feb 2021 | — | Original | $7,800 |
| 25 Jul 2019 | — | Original | $2,400 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Ward Brothers sales