Makers / Bert Graves / Canvasback
Bert Graves Canvasback Drake
George "Bert" Graves (1880-1956) Peoria, IL, c. 1920
SpeciesCanvasbackConfigDrakePaintOriginal
The catalog record
George "Bert" Graves (1880-1956) Peoria, IL, c. 1920 A fine example of a hollow, Illinois River decoy with the maker's custom strip lead weight. Original paint with light gunning wear and impressions in the paint around the neck from winding the anchor line around the decoy. The left side has light impressions in the sealer, possibly from a burlap sack.
Literature: Stephen O'Brien and Julie Carlson, "Masterworks of the Illinois River," Boston, MA, 2005, p. 104, similar decoy illustrated.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Bert Graves Canvasbacks to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct 2026 | — | — | $1,125 |
| 10 Oct 2026 | — | — | $216 |
| 2 Aug 2026 | — | — | $480 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $2,400 |
| Apr 2026 | — | Original | $2,400 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Bert Graves sales