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William T. Billy Shaw Mallard Drake

William T. "Billy" Shaw (1849-1927) Lacon, IL, c. 1920

William T. "Billy" Shaw – Mallard Drake – 2015
$720
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $600–$900
Sold 25 Jul 2015at The Sporting Sale 2015 — Copley

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SpeciesMallardConfigDrakePaintOriginal

The catalog record

William T. "Billy" Shaw (1849-1927) Lacon, IL, c. 1920

A hollow Illinois River decoy with glass eyes, the maker's signature carved bill detail, defined wing tips, and a small "H & R" brand on the underside. Original paint with gunning wear and a hairline neck crack.

Comparable sales

The 1 most recent William T. Billy Shaw Mallard to cross the block.

SoldConditionPaintBrought
24 Jul 2016—Repaint$720

Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All William T. Billy Shaw sales