Makers / Charles Perdew / Pintail
Charles Perdew Pintail Drake
Charles Perdew (1874-1963) Henry, IL, c. 1935
$5,463
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $8,000–$12,000under estimate
Sold Jul 2008at Copley, July 2008
SpeciesPintailConfigDrake
The catalog record
Charles Perdew (1874-1963) Henry, IL, c. 1935 A classic Illinois River decoy; retains its original Perdew lead weight. Original paint with even gunning wear; small amounts of touch up to the body by Paul Fortin; the bill and the underside of the tail have in use repaint.
Literature: Ann Tandy Lacy, Perdew: An Illinois River Tradition, Indianapolis, IN, 1993, p. 146.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Charles Perdew Pintails to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $5,100 |
| Apr 2026 | Mint | — | $78,000 |
| Mar 2026 | — | Original | $1,920 |
| Feb 2026 | Excellent | Original | $66,000 |
| Nov 2025 | — | Repaint | $3,000 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Charles Perdew sales