Makers / Charles Perdew / Mallard
Charles Perdew Mallard Drake
Charles Perdew (1874-1963) Henry, IL, c. 1925
$3,738
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $4,000–$6,000under estimate
Sold Jul 2008at Copley, July 2008
SpeciesMallardConfigDrakePaintOriginal
The catalog record
Charles Perdew (1874-1963) Henry, IL, c. 1925 An early decoy painted by Edna, Charles Perdew’s wife. Retains its original weight. Overall superb form with bold fat body. In original paint with even gunning wear; some body seam nail filler missing.
Literature: Stephen O’Brien, Jr. and Julie Carlson, Masterworks of the Illinois River, Boston, MA, 2005, p. 69.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Charles Perdew Mallards to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct 2026 | — | — | $2,625 |
| 14 Oct 2026 | — | — | $156 |
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $6,300 |
| Jul 2026 | Mint | — | $168,000 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $13,200 |
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