Charles Birch Brant
Charles Birch (1867-1956) Willis Wharf, VA, c. 1920
The catalog record
Charles Birch (1867-1956) Willis Wharf, VA, c. 1920 18 in. long
The form and surface of this hollow brant place it among the finest from this iconic Southern rig. A closely related rigmate, from the Roy Bull Collection, was chosen for the dust-jacket cover of "Southern Decoys" by Henry Fleckenstein Jr. This decoy was acquired by descent from the son of Robert Andrews. Original paint with even gunning wear. One-quarter of bill tip is rep aired. Original knot is showing on right side.
Provenance: Private Collection, by descent from the son of Robert Andrews
Literature: Henry A. Fleckenstein Jr., "Southern Decoys of Virginia and The Carolinas," Exton, PA, 1983, front dust-jacket cover, rigmate illustrated.
Provenance
Private Collection, by descent from the son of Robert Andrews
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Charles Birch Brant to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2025 | — | Original | $3,600 |
| Nov 2024 | — | Repaint | $3,300 |
| Apr 2024 | — | Original | $33,600 |
| 13 Jan 2023 | — | Repaint | $3,240 |
| Jul 2021 | — | Original | $13,800 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Charles Birch sales