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Charles Perdew Rare Preening Pintail Drake

Charles H. Perdew (1874-1963) Henry, IL, c. 1930

Charles Perdew – Rare Preening Pintail Drake – 2019
$4,800
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $3,000–$5,000
Sold 25 Jul 2019at The Sporting Sale 2019 — Copley

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SpeciesPintailConfigDrakePosePreenerSize14"PaintRepaint

The catalog record

Charles H. Perdew (1874-1963) Henry, IL, c. 1930 14 in. long

This is quite possibly the only Perdew preening pintail drake known to exist. This early example showcases the maker's best form. In working repaint with gunning wear and touch-up.

Provenance: William Humbracht Collection Private Collection, Illinois

Literature: Richard W. Oliver Auction Gallery, "Rare and Important American Bird Decoys: Featuring the Collection of the Late Mr. William Humbracht” July 2-3, 1988, lot 17, exact decoy illustrated.

Provenance

William Humbracht Collection Private Collection, Illinois

Comparable sales

The 5 most recent Charles Perdew Pintails to cross the block.

SoldConditionPaintBrought
Jul 2026—Original$5,100
Apr 2026Mint—$78,000
Mar 2026—Original$1,920
Feb 2026ExcellentOriginal$66,000
Nov 2025—Repaint$3,000

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