$1,320
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $600–$900over estimate
Sold Apr 2023at Guyette & Deeter Spring 2023 Decoy & Sporting Art Auction
SpeciesBlack DuckPoseTurned headSize17"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
Relief wing and incised feather carving. Slightly turned head. Detailed feather stamping along most of the body. "HLR" branded in the underside. Measures 17" long.
Provenance
George and Miriam Van Walleghem collection.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Ben Schmidt Black Duck to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2026 | — | Original | $360 |
| Apr 2026 | — | Original | $1,200 |
| Apr 2026 | — | Original | $570 |
| Apr 2026 | — | Original | $510 |
| Mar 2026 | Excellent | Original | $720 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Ben Schmidt sales