Makers / Gus Wilson / Black Duck
Gus Wilson Sleeping Black Duck
Augustus Aaron Wilson (1864-1950) South Portland, ME, c. 1930
$4,370
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $5,000–$10,000under estimate
Sold Jul 2010at Copley, July 2010
SpeciesBlack DuckPoseSleeperPaintOriginal
The catalog record
Augustus Aaron Wilson (1864-1950) South Portland, ME, c. 1930 An inletted, turned-head sleeper with raised, carved wings, and bill detail. Strong original paint with incised slits representing its closed eyes. The initials "CIC" have been impressed into the bottom with a chisel. Tight crack through right side of neck continues through entire body, slightly more pronounced towards the tail.
Provenance: Peter Brams Collection
Provenance
Peter Brams Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Gus Wilson Black Ducks to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct 2026 | — | Repaint | $630 |
| 14 Oct 2026 | — | — | $1,125 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $15,600 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $2,040 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Repaint | $1,800 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Gus Wilson sales