Makers / Roy H. Collins / Black Duck
Roy H. Collins Black Duck
Roy H. Collins (1883-1949) Portland, CT, c. 1930
$960
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $2,000–$2,500under estimate
Sold 16 Feb 2018at The Winter Sale 2018 — Copley
SpeciesBlack DuckPoseTurned headSize16.25"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
Roy H. Collins (1883-1949) Portland, CT, c. 1930 16 1/4 in. long
A well-sculpted, hollow decoy with five-piece body construction and a stylish head turned slightly to the left. Original paint with light gunning wear and a crack at left base of neck.
Provenance: Richard and Lynn Gove Collection
Provenance
Richard and Lynn Gove Collection
Comparable sales
The 2 most recent Roy H. Collins Black Ducks to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $600 |
| 25 Jul 2015 | — | Original | $3,000 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Roy H. Collins sales