$1,800
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $2,000–$4,000under estimate
Sold Feb 2026at Copley, February 2026
SpeciesBlack DuckSize15.75"
The catalog record
Joe Morgan (1924-2010) Holland, PA, c. 1950 15 3/4 in. long
A hollow decoy with raised primaries and a lead weight stamped "R. Carman, Tullytown, PA." Morgan's carving lines are amongst the finest from the region. Typically found second coat of Morgan paint with even gunning wear, including to tail edges.
Provenance: William J. Butler Jr. Collection Private Collection, Maryland
Provenance
William J. Butler Jr. Collection Private Collection, Maryland
Comparable sales
The 3 most recent Joe Morgan Black Ducks to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct 2026 | — | Original | $1,250 |
| 12 Feb 2015 | — | Original | $2,040 |
| 17 Jan 2011 | — | Original | $460 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Joe Morgan sales