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Ben Schmidt The O'brien Schmidt Canvasback Pair
Benjamin Schmidt (1884-1968) Centerline, MI, c. 1940
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The catalog record
Benjamin Schmidt (1884-1968) Centerline, MI, c. 1940 17 in. long
A rigmate pair of canvasbacks from the Donal C. O'Brien Jr. Collection and so stamped. Original paint with gunning wear.
Provenance: Donal C. O'Brien Jr. Collection Private Collection
Literature: Donna Tonelli, "Fish and Fowl Decoys of the Great Lakes," Atglen, PA, 2002, p. 58, similar decoys illustrated.
Provenance
Donal C. O'Brien Jr. Collection Private Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Ben Schmidt Canvasbacks to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Oct 2026 | — | Original | $630 |
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $330 |
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $270 |
| Aug 2026 | — | Original | $180 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $420 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Ben Schmidt sales