Makers / R. Madison Mitchell / Bufflehead
R. Madison Mitchell Bufflehead
Madison Mitchell, Havre de Grace, Maryland, circa 1940s
$7,200
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $3,000–$5,000over estimate
Sold Apr 2023at Guyette & Deeter Spring 2023 Decoy & Sporting Art Auction
SpeciesBuffleheadSize13.25"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
Retains the "North-South" line tie staple and single nail lead weights. Excellent brush work on wing feather detail. Extremely rare species for this vintage. Measures 13.25" long.
Comparable sales
The 4 most recent R. Madison Mitchell Bufflehead to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Aug 2026 | — | — | $222 |
| 14 Jun 2026 | — | Original | $102 |
| 15 Feb 2026 | — | Original | $252 |
| Sep 2023 | — | — | $720 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All R. Madison Mitchell sales