Makers / Bert Graves / Canvasback
Bert Graves Canvasback
G. Bert Graves (1880-1956) Peoria, IL, c. 1902
$1,140
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $1,500–$2,500under estimate
Sold 23 Jul 2020at The Sporting Sale 2020 — Copley
SpeciesCanvasbackSize17"
The catalog record
G. Bert Graves (1880-1956) Peoria, IL, c. 1902 17 in. long
A classic Graves gunning decoy with strong swirl paint. In Graves paint with even gunning wear, touch-up to reset neck
Provenance: Private Collection, Midwest
Literature: Donna Tonelli, "Fish and Fowl Decoys of the Great Lakes," Atglen, PA, 2002, p. 122, related decoys illustrated.
Provenance
Private Collection, Midwest
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Bert Graves Canvasbacks to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct 2026 | — | — | $1,125 |
| 10 Oct 2026 | — | — | $216 |
| 2 Aug 2026 | — | — | $480 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $2,400 |
| Apr 2026 | — | Original | $2,400 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Bert Graves sales