Makers / David Ward / Black Duck
David Ward Preening Black Duck and Shorebird
David B. Ward (b. 1947) Essex, CT, 1979 and 1980
$420
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $200–$300over estimate
Sold 17 Feb 2017at The Winter Sale 2017 — Copley
SpeciesBlack DuckPosePreenerSize80"PaintOriginalSignedyes
The catalog record
David B. Ward (b. 1947) Essex, CT, 1979 and 1980 Both are signed and dated by the maker with his stamped "DBW" initials. The shorebird is dated 1980 with a stamped "80" and the cork-bodied black duck 1979 with a "79." Original paint with minor wear.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent David Ward Black Ducks to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Jun 2025 | — | — | $240 |
| 7 Sep 2024 | Good | — | $630 |
| Apr 2024 | Excellent | Original | $960 |
| Jul 2018 | — | Original | $1,320 |
| Jul 2017 | — | Original | $780 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All David Ward sales