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John C. Schweikart Canvasback Drake
Capt. John C. Schweikart (1870-1954) Detroit and Strawberry Island, MI, c. 1910
SpeciesCanvasbackConfigDrakeSize16.5"PaintRepaint
The catalog record
Capt. John C. Schweikart (1870-1954) Detroit and Strawberry Island, MI, c. 1910 16 1/2 in. long
A hollow decoy exhibiting the maker's "signature" reared-back bull neck, aluminum wing tips and primaries, and a thin paddle tail. In gunning repaint with gunning wear, partially taken down.
Provenance: Len Carnaghi Collection
Provenance
Len Carnaghi Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent John C. Schweikart Canvasbacks to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2024 | — | — | $6,000 |
| 25 Jul 2019 | — | Original | $3,240 |
| Jul 2018 | — | Original | $21,600 |
| Jul 2018 | — | — | $120 |
| 12 Feb 2016 | — | Repaint | $7,200 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All John C. Schweikart sales