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Ben Dye Feeding Swan

Capt. Benjamin F. Dye (1832-1896) (attr) Perryville, MD, c. 1880

Ben Dye – Feeding Swan – 2018
$5,100
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $2,000–$3,000over estimate
Sold Jul 2018at Copley, July 2018

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SpeciesSwanPoseFeederSize24.5"

The catalog record

Capt. Benjamin F. Dye (1832-1896) (attr) Perryville, MD, c. 1880 24 1/2 in. long

A solid-bodied decoy with tack eyes and traditional rigging. "SY" is branded in the lower breast. In working paint with heavy gunning wear, repairs to neck, bill, and body checks.

Provenance: Ronald S. Swanson Collection

Provenance

Ronald S. Swanson Collection

Comparable sales

The 1 most recent Ben Dye Swan to cross the block.

SoldConditionPaintBrought
Jul 2023——$4,800

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