Makers / Ward Brothers / Goose (unspecified)
Ward Brothers Miniature Hissing Goose
The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen W. (1895-1976)
$120
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $600–$900under estimate
Sold 16 Feb 2019at The Winter Sale 2019 — Copley
SpeciesGoose (unspecified)Size12"PaintOriginalFormMiniature
The catalog record
The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen W. (1895-1976) Crisfield, MD, 1962 12 in. long
The Wards' best grade of miniature, this animated cedar goose carving features a hissing pose, open bill, and raised wing tips. "Canada Goose, Ward Bros., Crisfield, MD. -1962-" is inscribed on the bottom. Original paint with minimal wear, including minor touch-up to reset neck.
Provenance: Estate of Seth Shannahan Jewell
Provenance
Estate of Seth Shannahan Jewell
Comparable sales
The 4 most recent Ward Brothers geese, species not given to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 May 2026 | — | Original | $1,560 |
| 4 Oct 2024 | — | Repaint | $510 |
| Jul 2022 | — | Original | $2,400 |
| 15 Feb 2020 | — | — | $1,800 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Ward Brothers sales