Makers / John English / Mallard
John English Mallard Hen
John English (1848-1915) Florence, NJ, c. 1900
$2,640
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $2,500–$3,500
Sold 16 Feb 2019at The Winter Sale 2019 — Copley
SpeciesMallardConfigHenSize15.75"PaintRepaint
The catalog record
John English (1848-1915) Florence, NJ, c. 1900 15 3/4 in. long
A rare mallard from the Delaware River. This hollow decoy showcases English's refined style and execution. The underside bears a "J. D. PERKINS" brand. In repaint with wear and a tight neck crack.
Provenance: J. D. Perkins Rig Herb Wetanson Collection
Literature: Huster, Harrison H. and Doug Knight, "Floating Sculptures: The Decoys of the Delaware River," Spanish Fork, UT, 1982, p. 54, pl. 23, related example illustrated.
Provenance
J. D. Perkins Rig Herb Wetanson Collection
Comparable sales
The 2 most recent John English Mallards to cross the block.
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All John English sales