Makers / Ira Hudson / Black Duck
Ira Hudson Black Duck
Ira D. Hudson (1873-1949) Chincoteague, VA, c. 1920
$920
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $1,000–$1,500under estimate
Sold 16 Jan 2012at The Winter Sale 2012 — Copley
SpeciesBlack DuckPaintOriginal
The catalog record
Ira D. Hudson (1873-1949) Chincoteague, VA, c. 1920 A full-bodied, solid decoy with tack eyes, carved bill detail, and fluted tail carving. Retains a branded "P" on the bottom, for the William Purnell collection. Original paint with gunning wear and a few age cracks.
Provenance: William H. Purnell Jr. Collection Don Stilwell Collection
Provenance
William H. Purnell Jr. Collection Don Stilwell Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Ira Hudson Black Ducks to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct 2026 | — | — | $313 |
| 3 Oct 2026 | Excellent | Repaint | $204 |
| 1 Oct 2026 | — | Original | $960 |
| 17 Sep 2026 | — | — | $1,320 |
| 13 Aug 2026 | — | Original | $270 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Ira Hudson sales