$2,990
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $1,500–$2,500over estimate
Sold Jul 2010at Copley, July 2010
SpeciesMallardConfigDrake
The catalog record
Bert Graves (1887-1956) Peoria, IL, c. 1930 A superb decoy by this maker with comb paint, fine feather detail and original "G.B. Graves. Decoy. Co. Peoria. Ill." weight. All original from tip to tail with a few minor rubs and scuffs.
Literature: Stephen B. O'Brien, Jr. and Julie Carlson, "Masterworks of the Illinois River," Boston, MA, 2005, pp. 99-100.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Bert Graves Mallards to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $2,760 |
| 24 Sep 2026 | — | Original | $2,160 |
| 23 Jul 2026 | — | Original | $900 |
| Jul 2026 | Mint | Original | $24,000 |
| Jul 2026 | Excellent | Original | $24,000 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Bert Graves sales