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Canvasback Hen and Drake Decoys by The Ward Brothers

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Canvasback Hen and Drake Decoys by The Ward Brothers

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Canvasback Hen and Drake
The Ward Brothers
Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976) Crisfield, MD, 1948 and 1952
16 in. long

The undersides of the balsa bodies are signed and dated "1948" and "1952," on the drake and hen respectively. The drake is marked as having been from the brother's personal rig.
Original paint with even gunning wear including some minor dings.

Provenance: Private Collection, Florida

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Canvasback Hen and Drake Decoys by The Ward Brothers

Name: Canvasback Hen and Drake Decoys by The Ward Brothers
SKU: 161675980
Price: 2400 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,000 - $2,000

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