Makers / Mason Decoy Factory / Black Duck
Mason Decoy Factory Challenge-grade Black Duck
Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI, c. 1900
$480
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $800–$1,200under estimate
Sold 25 Jul 2015at The Sporting Sale 2015 — Copley
SpeciesBlack DuckPaintOriginal
The catalog record
Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI, c. 1900
An early factory decoy with nice swirl paint and its provenance written on the bottom.
Original paint with gunning wear, a few scrapes to wood, a tail chip, tight age cracks, and a loose head.
Provenance: Ellery Clark Collection Private Collection, Pennsylvania
Provenance
Ellery Clark Collection Private Collection, Pennsylvania
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Mason Decoy Factory Black Ducks to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $180 |
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $150 |
| 10 Sep 2026 | — | Original | $990 |
| 2 Aug 2026 | — | Original | $132 |
| Jul 2026 | Mint | Original | $6,000 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Mason Decoy Factory sales