Makers / Mason Decoy Factory / Black Duck
Mason Decoy Factory Early Premier-grade Black Duck
Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI, c. 1898
$360
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $400–$600under estimate
Sold Jul 2025at Copley, July 2025
SpeciesBlack DuckConfigRigSize17"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI, c. 1898 17 in. long
An early Mason decoy with bold and slightly oversize form and an "F. BLAKE" rig marking on the underside. Mixture of original paint and old in-use touch-up with gunning wear and restoration to tail. Reglued neck seam.
Provenance: Bernie Galipeau Collection Curt Mettam Collection
Provenance
Bernie Galipeau Collection Curt Mettam Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Mason Decoy Factory Black Ducks to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $180 |
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $150 |
| 10 Sep 2026 | — | Original | $990 |
| 2 Aug 2026 | — | Original | $132 |
| Jul 2026 | Mint | Original | $6,000 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Mason Decoy Factory sales