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Canvasback Pair, The Ward Brothers

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Description

Canvasback Pair
The Ward Brothers
Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976)
Crisfield, MD, 1972
16 1/2 in. long

A pair of canvasback decoys, both are signed and dated on the bottom "Lem & Steve" and bear the inscription "Made for 'our friend' Knute Bartrug." Each has the collector's "KB #53" marking.
Original paint with light wear.

Provenance: Knute Bartrug Collection, acquired from the makers
Private Collection

Condition

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Canvasback Pair, The Ward Brothers

Name: Canvasback Pair, The Ward Brothers
SKU: 104718748
Price: 3250 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $4,000 - $6,000

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