Charles Perdew Mallard Pair
Charles Perdew (1874-1963) Henry, IL, c. 1945
The catalog record
Charles Perdew (1874-1963) Henry, IL, c. 1945 Classic pair of Illinois River mallards carved and painted by Perdew; each bird retains his original cast weight. The hen has a square patch on the bottom by the maker; areas of paint loss exist along the top of her back, head and tail. Drake is in very good original paint with some flaking to top of head and along age lines on the breast. Original coat of sealer has yellowed with age.
Provenance: William J. Butler, Jr. Collection
Literature: Stephen B. O’Brien, Jr. and Julie Carlson, Masterworks of the Illinois River, Boston, MA, 2005, pp. 68-72.
Provenance
William J. Butler, Jr. Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Charles Perdew Mallards to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct 2026 | — | — | $2,625 |
| 14 Oct 2026 | — | — | $156 |
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $6,300 |
| Jul 2026 | Mint | — | $168,000 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $13,200 |
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