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Robert Elliston Mallard Pair
Robert Elliston (1847-1925) Bureau, IL, c. 1880
$4,200
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $2,000–$4,000over estimate
Sold Jul 2026at Copley, July 2026
SpeciesMallardConfigPairSize17.5"PaintOriginalQuantity2
The catalog record
Robert Elliston (1847-1925) Bureau, IL, c. 1880 17 1/2 in. long
Each retains "The Elliston Decoy" weight. Mostly original paint with moderate gunning wear, hen's head is loose.
Provenance: Robert Metcalf Collection
Provenance
Robert Metcalf Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Robert Elliston Mallards to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Oct 2026 | — | Original | $450 |
| Aug 2026 | — | Repaint | $660 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $60,000 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $9,000 |
| Jul 2026 | Excellent | Original | $6,600 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Robert Elliston sales