Makers / David W. Nichol / Teal (unspecified)
David W. Nichol Teal Trio
Davey W. Nichol (1890-1977) Smiths Falls, Ontario, Canada, 1971
$2,280
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $600–$900over estimate
Sold Feb 2021at Copley, February 2021
SpeciesTeal (unspecified)ConfigRigSize11"PaintOriginalQuantity3Carved1971Signedyes
The catalog record
Davey W. Nichol (1890-1977) Smiths Falls, Ontario, Canada, 1971 11 in. long
The lot includes a blue-winged teal pair and a green-winged teal hen. The carvings display raised primary wing feathers and incised tail feathers. On the undersides, all three are identified, signed "D.W. Nichol / Smiths Falls, Ont.," and the blue-winged pair is dated "1971." Original paint with minimal wear.
Provenance: Estate of Herbert Prakelt
Provenance
Estate of Herbert Prakelt
Comparable sales
The 2 most recent David W. Nichol teal, species not given to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Apr 2026 | — | Original | $630 |
| 12 Mar 2026 | Good | Original | $1,920 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All David W. Nichol sales