Makers / Louis Rathmell / Black Duck
Louis Rathmell Black Duck
Louis C. Rathmell (1898-1974), Danbury, Connecticut.
$3,120
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $1,500–$2,500over estimate
Sold 8 Oct 2026at G&D Weekly Auction — Guyette & Deeter
SpeciesBlack DuckSize18"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
Cork body Black duck with glass eyes and scratch feather paint detail. Inserted wooden tail. Measures 18" long.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Louis Rathmell Black Ducks to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct 2026 | — | — | $1,750 |
| 25 Jul 2026 | Excellent | Original | $8,400 |
| 24 Jul 2026 | Mint | — | $33,000 |
| 24 Apr 2026 | Excellent | Original | $25,200 |
| 15 Nov 2025 | — | Original | $9,600 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Louis Rathmell sales