Ward Brothers Canada Goose

The Ward Brothers, Lemuel T. (1896-1983) and Stephen (1895-1976) Crisfield, MD, c. 1930 A rare, ridge-backed, life-size, goose decoy. Dr. Mort Kramer, who was good friends with the Ward brothers, returned this early goose at a later date for the makers to sign and date. Branded on the bottom with conjoined "MK" initials for Dr. Mort Kramer's collection. In early gunning paint with gunning wear; touch-up to neck seat, tight neck crack, even scars and dings; rough area to tail.

Provenance: Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection

Literature: Ronald J. Gard and Brian J. McGrath, "The Ward Brothers' Decoys," Wolfe City, TX, 1989, p. 110, plate 95, similar decoy illustrated.

Provenance

Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection