$720
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $1,200–$1,800under estimate
Sold Aug 2023at Guyette & Deeter Summer 2023 Decoy & Sporting Art Auction
SpeciesBlack DuckSize25"PaintRepaint
The catalog record
Hollow carved with.25" bottom board and tucked head. Branded "Steers" in the underside. Measures 16.75" long.
Provenance
George and Miriam Van Wallegham collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent John R. Wells Black Duck to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 2026 | — | Original | $360 |
| Sep 2025 | — | Repaint | $630 |
| Nov 2024 | — | — | $210 |
| Oct 2024 | — | Repaint | $270 |
| Nov 2023 | — | Original | $600 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All John R. Wells sales