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Miniature Mallard Pair by The Ward Brothers

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Miniature Mallard Pair by The Ward Brothers

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Miniature Mallard Pair
The Ward Brothers
Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976)
Crisfield, MD, 1963
9 in. long

A turned-head pair that has been signed, dated, and identified by the makers on the undersides of the bodies. The hen has Lem's particularly fine paint and is dated 1963; the drake is dated 1964.
Original paint with light wear.

Provenance: Michael Boxer Collection

Condition

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Miniature Mallard Pair by The Ward Brothers

Name: Miniature Mallard Pair by The Ward Brothers
SKU: 144124221
Price: 1500 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $10,000

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