Makers / John R. Wells / Scaup/Bluebill
John R. Wells Hollow Broadbill Drake
John R. Wells (1861-1953) Toronto, Canada, c. 1900
$1,140
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $1,200–$1,800under estimate
Sold Jul 2022at Copley, July 2022
SpeciesScaup/BluebillConfigDrakeSize15.5"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
John R. Wells (1861-1953) Toronto, Canada, c. 1900 15 1/2 in. long
Though large in scale, this broadbill is featherlight. A "JASC" brand is in the bottom board. Original paint with even gunning wear.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent John R. Wells Scaup/Bluebills to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2025 | — | Original | $545 |
| Jan 2025 | — | Repaint | $540 |
| Jan 2025 | — | Repaint | $450 |
| Jul 2024 | — | Original | $840 |
| Jul 2017 | — | Original | $2,520 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All John R. Wells sales