Ben Dye Blue-winged Teal
Captain Ben Dye (1821-1896) (attr.) Perryville, MD, c. 1875
$2,880
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $3,000–$5,000under estimate
Sold Feb 2026at Copley, February 2026
SpeciesBlue-winged TealSize11.5"
The catalog record
Captain Ben Dye (1821-1896) (attr.) Perryville, MD, c. 1875 11 1/2 in. long
A rare and early Upper Bay decoy with similar lines to the work of John Graham. In restored paint and gunning wear.
Literature: Henry A. Fleckenstein Jr., "Decoys of the Mid-Atlantic Region," Exton, PA, 1979, p. 84 (upper left), related example illustrated.
Comparable sales
The 1 most recent Ben Dye Blue-winged Teal to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | — | — | $3,000 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Ben Dye sales