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Michael Vallero Mallard Pair
Michael Valero (1906-1992) Spring Valley, IL, c. 1930
$900
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $1,000–$2,000under estimate
Sold 25 Jul 2015at The Sporting Sale 2015 — Copley
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The catalog record
Michael Valero (1906-1992) Spring Valley, IL, c. 1930
A pair of Illinois River decoys carved by Valero and painted by John "Jack" Franks (1891-1972) with their original rigging. Second coat of paint by Jack Franks, both with even gunning wear and tight neck cracks.
Provenance: Dr. E. C. Burhans Collection Betsey Burhans Fowler Collection
Provenance
Dr. E. C. Burhans Collection Betsey Burhans Fowler Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Michael Vallero Mallards to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2018 | — | — | $660 |
| 24 Jul 2016 | — | — | $960 |
| 12 Feb 2016 | — | Original | $1,680 |
| 25 Jul 2015 | — | — | $480 |
| Jul 2011 | — | Original | $2,875 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Michael Vallero sales