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Ben Schmidt Bluebill Pair
Benjamin Schmidt (1884-1968), Centerline, MI, c. 1940
$438
Brought, including buyer's premium
Hammer $350Estimate $200–$400over estimate
SpeciesScaup/BluebillConfigPairQuantity2Signedyes
The catalog record
Bluebill Decoy Pair Benjamin Schmidt (1884-1968) Centerline, MI, c. 1940 13 3/4 in. long
Each of these decoys bears an incised "E. A. B." rig marking on the underside, and the drake is signed by the maker. Hen in original paint with heavy gunning wear and some cracks. Drake in working repaint by Schmidt.
Provenance: Robert Metcalf Collection
Provenance
Robert Metcalf Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Ben Schmidt Scaup/Bluebills to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep 2026 | — | Original | $510 |
| 2 Aug 2026 | — | Original | $330 |
| Apr 2026 | — | Original | $4,200 |
| Mar 2026 | — | Original | $330 |
| Feb 2026 | Good | Original | $1,020 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Ben Schmidt sales