Makers / John Blair, Sr. / Black Duck
John Blair, Sr. Black Duck
John Blair, Sr. (1843-1929), Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
$3,600
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $2,000–$3,000over estimate
Sold 26 Feb 2026at Guyette & Deeter, February 2026
SpeciesBlack DuckPoseSwimmingSize18"PaintRepaint
The catalog record
Very rare swimming black duck. Hollow carved with tack eyes. Measures 18" long. 2026
Comparable sales
The 3 most recent John Blair, Sr. Black Duck to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Apr 2026 | — | Original | $2,700 |
| 15 Nov 2025 | — | Original | $30,000 |
| 23 Jun 2023 | — | Original | $780 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All John Blair, Sr. sales