$1,020
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $800–$1,000over estimate
Sold 24 Apr 2025at Guyette & Deeter April 2025 Decoy & Sporting Art Auction
SpeciesMallardConfigDrakePoseSwimmingSize8.25"PaintOriginalSignedyesSize classMiniature / decorative
The catalog record
Swimming miniature mallard drake with "Tax" stamped on underside. Comb painting on back with carved eyes. Measures 8.25" long.
Comparable sales
The 3 most recent John Tax Mallard to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Apr 2026 | — | Original | $27,000 |
| 22 Nov 2024 | — | — | $360 |
| 6 Jun 2024 | — | — | $180 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All John Tax sales