Makers / Robert Elliston / Pintail
Robert Elliston Pintail Drake
Robert Elliston (1847-1925) Bureau, IL, c. 1900
$4,800
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $2,500–$3,500over estimate
Sold 12 Feb 2015at The Winter Sale 2015 — Copley
SpeciesPintailConfigDrakePaintOriginal
The catalog record
Robert Elliston (1847-1925) Bureau, IL, c. 1900 A hollow, Illinois River decoy with glass eyes, carved bill detail, excellent combed paint, and precise primary feathering. It retains the original lead-strip weight stamped "The Elliston Decoy." Original paint with even gunning wear, repair to bill, and reset neck cracks with touch-up.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Robert Elliston Pintails to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct 2026 | — | — | $688 |
| Jul 2026 | — | — | $4,200 |
| Jul 2026 | Excellent | Original | $3,000 |
| Apr 2026 | — | Original | $4,200 |
| Jul 2025 | — | Original | $5,100 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Robert Elliston sales