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Jim Schmiedlin Hooded Merganser

Jim Schmiedlin (1945-2015), Bradfordwoods, Pennsylvania

Jim Schmiedlin – Hooded Merganser – 2026
$7,200
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $5,000–$8,000
Sold Jul 2026at Guyette & Deeter July 2026 Decoy & Sporting Art Auction
SpeciesHooded MerganserPoseTurned headSize17.25"PaintOriginal

The catalog record

Hooded merganser. Hollow carved with slightly turned head and extended crest. Relief wingtip carving. Maker's Reward for Return label and "JAS" brand on underside. Dated 10/90. Measures 17.25" long.

Comparable sales

The 2 most recent Jim Schmiedlin Hooded Merganser to cross the block.

SoldConditionPaintBrought
Jul 2025—Original$7,200
Aug 2023—Original$5,400

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