Makers / Charles Perdew / Pintail
Charles Perdew Pintail Drake
Charles Perdew (1874-1963) Henry, IL, c. 1910
$1,495
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $200–$400over estimate
Sold Jul 2008at Copley, July 2008
SpeciesPintailConfigDrake
The catalog record
Charles Perdew (1874-1963) Henry, IL, c. 1910 A very early "three piece" decoy by this famous maker. Some original paint with mostly working repaint and even gunning wear. Old sealant showing at seam lines; still rigged.
Literature: Stephen O’Brien, Jr. and Julie Carlson, Masterworks of the Illinois River, Boston, MA, 2005, p. 64.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Charles Perdew Pintails to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $5,100 |
| Apr 2026 | Mint | — | $78,000 |
| Mar 2026 | — | Original | $1,920 |
| Feb 2026 | Excellent | Original | $66,000 |
| Nov 2025 | — | Repaint | $3,000 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Charles Perdew sales