Makers / Charles Perdew / Mallard
Charles Perdew Mallard Drake
Charles Perdew (1874-1963) Henry, IL, c. 1935
$4,500
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $6,000–$8,000under estimate
Sold 26 Jul 2007at The Sporting Sale 2007 — Copley
SpeciesMallardConfigDrakePaintOriginal
The catalog record
Charles Perdew (1874-1963) Henry, IL, c. 1935 A fine Perdew decoy with pronounced cheek carving and elegant full-bodied form, from the Frier rig, original "Perdew Henry Illinois" weight.
In strong original paint, small areas of flaking throughout the body, minor dings and scratches, very minor chip and crack to tail.
Literature: D. Webster and W. Kehoe, Shelburne Museum Decoys, Shelburne, VT, 1961, p. 15. S. O'Brien and J. Carlson, Masterworks of the Illinois River, Boston, MA, 2003, pp. 68-9.
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