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Charles Perdew Crow Decoy
Charles H. Perdew (1874-1963) Henry, IL, c. 1910
$4,200
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $800–$1,200over estimate
Sold Jul 2017at Copley, July 2017
SpeciesCrowPoseTurned headSize15"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
Charles H. Perdew (1874-1963) Henry, IL, c. 1910 15 in. long
An early three-piece model displaying an elongated tail, glass eyes, and a turned head. This perfected Perdew form has been emulated many times over the last half-century. Original paint with even wear.
Provenance: Donal C. O'Brien, Jr. Collection
Literature: Quintina Colio, "American Decoys," Ephrata, PA, 1972, p. 48, related decoy illustrated.
Provenance
Donal C. O'Brien, Jr. Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Charles Perdew Crows to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $1,200 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $570 |
| Apr 2025 | — | Original | $1,680 |
| Apr 2025 | — | Original | $1,080 |
| Jun 2023 | — | Original | $600 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Charles Perdew sales