Makers / Miles Hancock / Bufflehead
Miles Hancock Bufflehead Pair
Miles Hancock (1888-1974) Chincoteague, VA, c. 1940
$540
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $400–$600
Sold 12 Feb 2016at The Winter Sale 2016 — Copley
SpeciesBuffleheadConfigPairPaintOriginalQuantity2
The catalog record
Miles Hancock (1888-1974) Chincoteague, VA, c. 1940 Two decoys with copper tack eyes, carved bill outlines, and original rigging. Original paint with gunning wear and age lines.
Provenance: William H. Purnell, Jr. Collection
Provenance
William H. Purnell, Jr. Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Miles Hancock Buffleheads to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 May 2026 | — | — | $270 |
| 2 Apr 2026 | — | Original | $450 |
| 15 Feb 2026 | — | — | $300 |
| 16 Oct 2025 | — | Original | $360 |
| 3 Jul 2025 | — | Original | $390 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Miles Hancock sales