Makers / Joel Barber / Black Duck
Joel Barber Black Duck
Joel D. Barber (1876-1952) Wilton, CT, c. 1920
$540
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $400–$600
Sold 25 Jul 2019at The Sporting Sale 2019 — Copley
SpeciesBlack DuckSize16.25"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
Joel D. Barber (1876-1952) Wilton, CT, c. 1920 16 1/4 in. long
A fine example by the maker displaying the "BARBER DECOYS" brand. Original paint with minimal wear.
Provenance: Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection
Literature: “American Wildlife Carvings: The Decoy as Folk Sculpture,” The Cummer Gallery of Art, Jacksonville, FL, 1988, fig. 2, exact decoy illustrated.
Provenance
Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection
Comparable sales
The 3 most recent Joel Barber Black Ducks to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Sep 2024 | — | — | $270 |
| 25 Jul 2015 | — | Original | $4,500 |
| 16 Jan 2012 | — | Original | $805 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Joel Barber sales