Makers / Shang Wheeler / Black Duck
Shang Wheeler Cork Black Duck
Charles E. "Shang" Wheeler (1872-1949) Stratford, CT, c. 1945
$1,440
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $500–$800over estimate
Sold 16 Feb 2019at The Winter Sale 2019 — Copley
SpeciesBlack DuckSize16.25"
The catalog record
Charles E. "Shang" Wheeler (1872-1949) Stratford, CT, c. 1945 16 1/4 in. long
In working repaint, with gunning wear including cheeks, the slightly loose head is in original paint.
Provenance: Ronald S. Swanson Collection
Provenance
Ronald S. Swanson Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Shang Wheeler Black Ducks to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | Excellent | Original | $33,000 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $14,400 |
| Apr 2026 | Mint | — | $144,000 |
| Feb 2026 | Excellent | Original | $84,000 |
| Nov 2025 | Excellent | Original | $12,000 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Shang Wheeler sales