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Ben Schmidt Canvasback Drake
Benjamin Schmidt (1884-1968) Detroit, MI, c. 1940
SpeciesCanvasbackConfigDrakePaintOriginal
The catalog record
Benjamin Schmidt (1884-1968) Detroit, MI, c. 1940 A high-head decoy with classic bill carving, incised, raised primary, speculum, and secondary feathers. Original keel; branded "Bill C." In original paint; cracks to the bill and neck.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Ben Schmidt Canvasbacks to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Oct 2026 | — | Original | $630 |
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $330 |
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $270 |
| Aug 2026 | — | Original | $180 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $1,560 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Ben Schmidt sales