Charles Perdew Rare Pintail Pair
Charles H. Perdew (1874-1963) Henry, IL, c. 1950
The catalog record
Charles H. Perdew (1874-1963) Henry, IL, c. 1950 16 1/2 in. long
A bright and elaborate pair of hollow pintails with vibrant painting, including tight feathering along the back of the hen's head. This exceptional pair was rigged, but never gunned over. Near-mint original paint, drake has ding to very tip of bill, hen has a paint flake to crown.
Provenance: Otto Meyer Collection, acquired from the artist Trenton Spolar M.D. Collection
Literature: Tandy Lacy, “The Wooden Bird: Heritage Bird Carvers of the Upper Illinois River Valley,” Washburn, IL, 1989, p. 216, related Meyer mallards illustrated.
Provenance
Otto Meyer Collection, acquired from the artist Trenton Spolar M.D. Collection
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