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Richard Janson Rare Mallard Pair
Richard "Fresh Air Dick" Janson (1872-1951) Sonoma Creek, CA, c. 1930
$4,800
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $7,000–$10,000under estimate
Sold Jul 2023at Copley, July 2023
SpeciesMallardConfigPairSize16.25"PaintOriginalQuantity2
The catalog record
Richard "Fresh Air Dick" Janson (1872-1951) Sonoma Creek, CA, c. 1930 16 1/4 in. long
A rare mallard pair by this premier West Coast maker who is predominantly known for his pintail and canvasback. With bold features, raised wing tips, and incised tail feather detail they embody Janson's hallmark look. The male bears a faint owner's marking on the underside. Original paint with moderate gunning wear and the drake has a tight neck crack.
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