$3,300
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $1,500–$2,500over estimate
Sold Feb 2026at Copley, February 2026
SpeciesPintailConfigPairPoseTurned headSize19.25"PaintOriginalQuantity2
The catalog record
William Gibian (b. 1946) Onancock, VA drake is 19 1/4 in. long
A pair of hollow pintail decoys. The drake has combed feather paint and raised, articulated wing tips. The hen has finely blended paint and a slightly turned head. Original paint with light wear. Hen has light crazing on front of breast and marks on bill.
Provenance: Estate of Marilyn M. Herlin
Provenance
Estate of Marilyn M. Herlin
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Bill Gibian Pintails to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | Excellent | Original | $3,000 |
| 14 Feb 2026 | Mint | Original | $4,080 |
| Feb 2026 | — | Original | $5,400 |
| Jul 2024 | Excellent | Original | $3,300 |
| Feb 2024 | — | Original | $3,900 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Bill Gibian sales