Ward Brothers "dust Jacket" Ward Goldeneye Pair
The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976)
The catalog record
The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976) Crisfield, MD, c. 1950 15 1/2 in. long
The undersides of the balsa bodies are signed and identified as "Collector's Grade." Original paint with some wear and professional touch-up includes a spot on hen's back and right speculum, and around the original neck putty areas on both.
Provenance: Private Collection
Literature: Henry A. Fleckenstein Jr., "Decoys of the Mid-Atlantic Region," Exton, PA, 1979, back cover and p. 133, exact decoys illustrated.
Provenance
Private Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Ward Brothers Goldeneyes to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Jul 2026 | Excellent | — | $4,200 |
| 24 Jul 2026 | — | Original | $156,000 |
| 18 Jun 2026 | — | Original | $5,400 |
| 18 Jun 2026 | Good | Repaint | $660 |
| 14 Feb 2026 | Excellent | — | $1,080 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Ward Brothers sales