George Boyd Miniature Mallard Pair
George H. Boyd (1873-1941) Seabrook, NH, c. 1920
The catalog record
George H. Boyd (1873-1941) Seabrook, NH, c. 1920 4 1/8 in. long
Original paint, drake has minor rubs to top of head, and two faint grain lines along the back.
Provenance: Private Collection, Far Hills, New Jersey, acquired from RJG Antiques
Literature: Christie's, "The Russell B. Aitken Collection of Waterfowl Decoys," New York, NY, 2003, lot 1271, exact carvings illustrated. Jim Cullen, "Finely Carved & Nicely Painted: The Life, Art and Decoys of George H. Boyd," Rye, NH, 2009, p. 44, similar miniatures illustrated.
Provenance
Private Collection, Far Hills, New Jersey, acquired from RJG Antiques
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent George Boyd Mallards to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2026 | Mint | — | $1,200 |
| Nov 2025 | Excellent | Original | $960 |
| Aug 2023 | — | Original | $840 |
| Jul 2022 | — | Original | $1,200 |
| 12 Feb 2015 | — | Original | $840 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All George Boyd sales