Makers / Roswell E. Bliss / Scaup/Bluebill
Roswell E. Bliss Hollow Bluebill Drake
Roswell E. Bliss (1887-1967) Stratford, CT, c. 1910
SpeciesScaup/BluebillConfigDrakePaintRepaint
The catalog record
Roswell E. Bliss (1887-1967) Stratford, CT, c. 1910 An early traditional Stratford decoy from the rig of Ken Peck (1887-1961). "R. Bliss" brand on the bottom as well as the Peck rig stamps "BLT x R BLISS FOR KEN PECK 1910." Appears to have original vermiculation on the back and repaint with gunning wear and minor flaking to the remainder of the decoy.
Provenance: Ken Peck Rig Todd Lovell Collection
Provenance
Ken Peck Rig Todd Lovell Collection
Comparable sales
The 2 most recent Roswell E. Bliss Scaup/Bluebills to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Jan 2013 | — | Original | $633 |
| 17 Jan 2011 | Good | — | $403 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Roswell E. Bliss sales