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Mitchell Lafrance Mallard Hen
Mitchel LaFrance (1882-1979) Phoenix-Davant, LA
$1,320
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $600–$900over estimate
Sold Feb 2026at Copley, February 2026
SpeciesMallardConfigHenSize15.5"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
Mitchel LaFrance (1882-1979) Phoenix-Davant, LA 15 1/2 in. long
A classic LaFrance with strong and bright feathering, full cheeks, raised wing carving, and its original rigging. Original paint with mild gunning wear, including some shot scars and flaking mostly to right side and tail edge.
Provenance: Robert Metcalf Collection
Literature: B. Cheramie, "Louisiana Lures and Legends," Golden Meadows, LA, 1997, p. 185, related mallards illustrated.
Provenance
Robert Metcalf Collection
Comparable sales
The 3 most recent Mitchell Lafrance Mallards to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $570 |
| Jul 2023 | — | Original | $1,680 |
| 26 Jul 2007 | — | Original | $1,500 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Mitchell Lafrance sales