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Ed Murphy Canvasback Hen

Ed Murphy Monroe, MI, c. 1930

Ed Murphy – Canvasback Hen – 2022
$180
Brought, including buyer's premium
Sold Mar 2022at Copley, March 2022

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The catalog record

Ed Murphy Monroe, MI, c. 1930 14 in. long

This decoy, with incised bill and wing tip detail, bears a "ETM" brand on the underside. This hen was carved in Monroe, Michigan, where famed maker Edward "One-Arm" Kellie (1883-1955) had a workshop. As found.

Provenance: Len Carnaghi Collection

Provenance

Len Carnaghi Collection

Comparable sales

The 2 most recent Ed Murphy Canvasbacks to cross the block.

SoldConditionPaintBrought
1 Oct 2026—Original$360
30 Nov 2024—Original$390

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