Ward Brothers 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, 1965 13 in. long
A matching pair of hollow decorative goldeneye, both are dated 1965 and bear the inscription "Goldeneye Whistler King Diver L. T. Ward 1965 Norris Pratt Collection." Original paint with minimal wear.
Provenance: Mary and Norris Pratt Collection Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection, acquired in 1976
Literature: Richard A. Bourne Co., Inc., "Rare American Decoys and Bird Carvings," Hyannis, MA, May 21, 1976, lot 38, exact pair illustrated.
Provenance
Mary and Norris Pratt Collection Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection, acquired in 1976
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 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $6,600 |
| 18 Jun 2026 | — | Original | $5,400 |
| 18 Jun 2026 | Good | Repaint | $660 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Ward Brothers sales