$84,000
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $40,000–$60,000over estimate
Sold 11 Nov 2023at Guyette & Deeter November 2023 Decoy & Sporting Art Auction
SpeciesPintailConfigHenSize1931"ConditionExcellentPaintOriginal
The catalog record
Head is slightly turned and reared back. "Pintail female 1931" written in pencil on underside. This is one of the most desirable body styles of the Ward brothers work. This is an extra fine example that has never been offered at auction. Measures 17.5" long. G&D SOLD $84000 including 20% BP. Lot 1. https://bid.guyetteanddeeter.com/lots/view/5-W2PPC
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Ward Brothers Pintail to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug 2026 | — | Original | $1,110 |
| 26 Jul 2026 | — | Original | $3,467 |
| 25 Jul 2026 | Mint | — | $10,800 |
| 24 Jul 2026 | — | Original | $36,000 |
| 24 Jul 2026 | — | Original | $9,600 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Ward Brothers sales