Makers / Oliver Lawson / Canvasback
Oliver Lawson Sleeping Canvasback Pair
Oliver "Tuts" Lawson (b. 1938) Crisfield, MD, 1982

$1,680
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $800–$1,200over estimate
Sold 16 Feb 2018at The Winter Sale 2018 — Copley
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The catalog record
Oliver "Tuts" Lawson (b. 1938) Crisfield, MD, 1982 12 in. long
Each decoy is signed and dated on the underside. Original paint with minimal wear.
Provenance: Private Collection, Maryland
Provenance
Private Collection, Maryland
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Oliver Lawson Canvasbacks to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $480 |
| 9 Aug 2026 | Good | Original | $3,420 |
| Jul 2026 | Excellent | Original | $2,700 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $660 |
| Jun 2026 | — | — | $1,320 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Oliver Lawson sales