Charles Perdew Miniature Flying Mallard
Charles Perdew (1882-1964) Henry, IL, c. 1940
The catalog record
Charles Perdew (1882-1964) Henry, IL, c. 1940 A fine miniature by Charles Perdew with the base measuring just five inches in length and the bird measuring one and three-quarter inches tall. Retains a paper Perdew estate label on the bottom. Good original condition with minor rubs and an old coat of varnish.
Provenance: From the Charles Perdew Estate Sale Private Collection, Midwest
Literature: Ann Tandy Lacy, "Perdew, An Illinois River Tradition," Muncie, IN, 1993, p. 210, related example.
Provenance
From the Charles Perdew Estate Sale Private Collection, Midwest
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 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Charles Perdew sales