Makers / Jim Schmiedlin / Wigeon
Jim Schmiedlin Wigeon Drake
Jim Schmiedlin (1945-2015) Bradford Woods, PA, c. 1988
$7,800
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $4,000–$6,000over estimate
Sold Jul 2026at Copley, July 2026
SpeciesWigeonConfigDrakeSize18"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
Jim Schmiedlin (1945-2015) Bradford Woods, PA, c. 1988 18 in. long
The underside bears the maker's "JAS" brand, "Return for Reward," and the white "Schmiedlin Private Collection" stamp. The notation on the underside discusses this being one of only a few wigeon used with his diving duck rig. Original paint with gunning wear and a chip to the tail tip.
Provenance: Jim Schmiedlin Rig and Collection Private Collection
Provenance
Jim Schmiedlin Rig and Collection Private Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Jim Schmiedlin Wigeon to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | — | Original | $5,700 |
| 7 Sep 2024 | Mint | — | $4,320 |
| Feb 2024 | — | Original | $8,700 |
| Oct 2023 | — | — | $1,680 |
| Feb 2023 | Mint | — | $4,800 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Jim Schmiedlin sales