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Charles Wells Black Duck

Charles R. Welles (1895-1979) Stratford, CT, c. 1940

Charles Wells – Black Duck – 2023
$540
Brought, including buyer's premium
Sold Feb 2023at Copley, February 2023

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SpeciesBlack DuckSize16.75"

The catalog record

Charles R. Welles (1895-1979) Stratford, CT, c. 1940 16 3/4 in. long

This hollow decoy was carved by a contemporary of Shang Wheeler. The underside bears the maker's "CRW" brand. In working paint with moderate gunning wear.

Provenance: Stephen B. O'Brien Sr. Collection

Provenance

Stephen B. O'Brien Sr. Collection

Comparable sales

The 4 most recent Charles Wells Black Ducks to cross the block.

SoldConditionPaintBrought
1 Oct 2026—Repaint$750
23 Jul 2020——$3,600
Jul 2008—Repaint$863
26 Jul 2007—Original$1,100

Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Charles Wells sales