Makers / Mason Decoy Factory / Coot
Mason Decoy Factory Coot
Mason Decoy Factory (1889-1924), Detroit, Michigan
$6,000
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $5,000–$8,000
Sold Jul 2025at Guyette & Deeter July 2025 Decoy & Sporting Art Auction
SpeciesCootSize12.5"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
Rare special order black coot. One of only two known that were made with a duck-like head and painted stripes across bill. White stripe on edge of tail and a larger wing patch than typical. Challenge grade with upswept tail. Measures 12.5” long.
Provenance
Peter and Diana Bennett collection.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Mason Decoy Factory Coot to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2026 | — | Original | $1,680 |
| Mar 2026 | — | Original | $870 |
| Feb 2026 | — | Original | $1,800 |
| Jul 2025 | — | Original | $24,000 |
| Apr 2025 | — | Original | $3,000 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Mason Decoy Factory sales