The catalog record
John English (1848-1915) Florence, NJ, c. 1800 14 1/4 in. long
A rare English decoy demonstrating the maker's best form with exceptional wing tip and tail refinements. This hollow carved Delaware River decoy retains its original paint, with excellent feathering on the back. Original paint with gunning wear and some old working paint, mostly on the underside. Some dents and shot to the head.
Provenance: Mort Hanson Collection Herb Wetanson Collection
Literature: H. Harrison Huster and Doug Knight, "Floating Sculptures: The Decoys of the Delaware River," Spanish Fork, UT, 1982, pp. 53, 56, and 60, related drake illustrated.
Provenance
Mort Hanson Collection Herb Wetanson Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent John English Wigeon to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | — | Original | $6,600 |
| Feb 2026 | — | Original | $3,900 |
| Jul 2024 | — | Original | $1,800 |
| Feb 2021 | — | Original | $9,000 |
| 15 Feb 2020 | Excellent | — | $4,800 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All John English sales