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Bert Graves Mallard

Bert Graves (1880-1956), Peoria, Illinois.

Bert Graves – Mallard – 2025
$1,080
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $1,200–$1,800under estimate
Sold Jul 2025at Guyette & Deeter July 2025 Decoy & Sporting Art Auction

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SpeciesMallardSize17"PaintOriginal

The catalog record

Hollow carved mallard with slightly upswept tail. Retains the original Graves weight. "CES" stamped on weight and under breast. "VBR", "FAD", and "MGD" written on underside. Measures 17" long.

Provenance

Provenance: Consigned for conservation to support Ducks Unlimited.

Comparable sales

The 5 most recent Bert Graves Mallard to cross the block.

SoldConditionPaintBrought
24 Sep 2026—Original$2,160
23 Jul 2026—Original$900
Jul 2026ExcellentOriginal$24,000
Jul 2026MintOriginal$24,000
Jul 2026Mint—$18,000

Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Bert Graves sales