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Bert Graves Rare Oversize Mallard Hen
Bert Graves (1880-1956) Peoria, IL, c. 1930
$4,800
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $5,000–$8,000under estimate
Sold Feb 2026at Copley, February 2026
SpeciesMallardConfigHenSize22"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
Bert Graves (1880-1956) Peoria, IL, c. 1930 22 in. long
A grand hollow decoy that acted as a large canvas for Catherine Elliston's excellent brushwork. Around one dozen of these oversize decoys are believed to have been made. Original paint with gunning wear, including some loss to tail edge, and some surface residue mostly around neck cracks and body seam.
Provenance: Robert Metcalf Collection
Provenance
Robert Metcalf Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Bert Graves Mallards to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $2,760 |
| 24 Sep 2026 | — | Original | $2,160 |
| 23 Jul 2026 | — | Original | $900 |
| Jul 2026 | Mint | Original | $24,000 |
| Jul 2026 | Excellent | Original | $24,000 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Bert Graves sales