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William Quinn Black Duck
William H. Quinn (1915-1969) Tullytown, PA, c. 1930
$480
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $800–$1,200under estimate
Sold Jul 2017at Copley, July 2017
SpeciesBlack DuckSize15.5"
The catalog record
William H. Quinn (1915-1969) Tullytown, PA, c. 1930 15 1/2 in. long
An early Quinn decoy with incised, raised primaries and carved tail. Stamped "W QUINN TULLYTOWN" on the weight. In working Quinn paint with light wear. Head and one tail feather have been reset.
Provenance: William Butler Collection Private Collection
Provenance
William Butler Collection Private Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent William Quinn Black Ducks to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $5,700 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $3,300 |
| 24 Apr 2026 | — | Original | $3,600 |
| 15 Nov 2025 | — | Original | $1,800 |
| 26 Apr 2024 | Mint | — | $4,800 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All William Quinn sales