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Frankie Louis Humpback Bluebill
Frank Louis (1878-1964) Ogdensberg, NY, c. 1914
$115
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $200–$300under estimate
Sold Jul 2009at Copley, July 2009
SpeciesScaup/Bluebill
The catalog record
Frank Louis (1878-1964) Ogdensberg, NY, c. 1914 A classic St. Lawrence River bluebill displaying Louis’ unique “Ogdensberg Humpback” design with imported French glass eyes, comb painted back and an inletted head. In old paint; reset bill; chip to tail.
Provenance: Private Collection, Massachusetts
Literature: Walter E. Pratt, "The Ogdensburg 'Humpback,'" Decoy Collector's Guide, April-June, 1964, pp. 31-33.
Provenance
Private Collection, Massachusetts
Comparable sales
The 2 most recent Frankie Louis Scaup/Bluebills to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Oct 2026 | — | Repaint | $120 |
| Jul 2009 | — | Original | $115 |
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