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Ben Schmidt Bluebill Drake

Ben Schmidt (1884-1968), Detroit, Michigan

Ben Schmidt – Bluebill Drake – 2026
$1,020
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $400–$600over estimate
Sold Feb 2026at Guyette & Deeter, February 2026
SpeciesBluebill DrakeConfigDrakeSize14.5"ConditionGoodPaintOriginal

The catalog record

Early model bluebill drake, from the 1920s or 1930s. Stamped 4.25 on underside. Probably the selling price from the Hudson Department Store where Ben sold his decoys. Measures 14.5".

Provenance

Carnaghi Collection

Comparable sales

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