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Charles Hart Swimming Black Duck
Charles Hart (1862-1960) Gloucester, MA, c. 1895
SpeciesBlack DuckConfigRigPoseSwimmingPaintOriginal
The catalog record
Charles Hart (1862-1960) Gloucester, MA, c. 1895 An early and important hollow turned-head decoy from Hart's personal gunning rig. Made from a six-piece laminate construction. Branded "C.H. Hart" on the bottom. The original paint retains strong feather detail with a light coat of old sealer. Areas of paint that are worn to wood have been darkened and there is a small tail chip restoration.
Provenance: Peter Brams Collection
Provenance
Peter Brams Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Charles Hart Black Ducks to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct 2026 | — | Repaint | $480 |
| Jul 2025 | — | Original | $3,120 |
| 23 Jul 2020 | — | Original | $2,880 |
| Jul 2018 | — | Original | $2,160 |
| Jul 2018 | — | Original | $1,800 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Charles Hart sales