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Robert Elliston Pintail Drake
Robert Elliston (1847-1925) Bureau, IL, c. 1890
$5,100
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $2,500–$3,500over estimate
Sold Jul 2025at Copley, July 2025
SpeciesPintailConfigDrakeSize17.5"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
Robert Elliston (1847-1925) Bureau, IL, c. 1890 17 1/2 in. long
An Illinois River classic with Catherine Elliston's exceptional plumage. The underside has an incised "K" rig marking. Original paint with even gunning wear, some old wash to the white, and a tight crack in neck.
Provenance: Trenton Spolar M.D. Collection
Provenance
Trenton Spolar M.D. Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Robert Elliston Pintails to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct 2026 | — | — | $688 |
| Jul 2026 | — | — | $4,200 |
| Jul 2026 | Excellent | Original | $3,000 |
| Apr 2026 | — | Original | $4,200 |
| May 2025 | — | Original | $2,280 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Robert Elliston sales