Makers / Louis Rathmell / Mallard
Louis Rathmell Mallard
Louis C. Rathmell (1898-1974), Danbury, Connecticut.
$9,000
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $8,000–$12,000
Sold 15 Nov 2025at Guyette & Deeter November 2025 Decoy & Sporting Art Auction
SpeciesMallardPoseTurned headSize17.5"ConditionExcellentPaintOriginalCarved1943Signedyes
The catalog record
Very rare working mallard with comb feather paint detail. Hollow carved cedar body with slightly turned head. Only two mallards by Rathmell are known, they are much more rare than black ducks. Stamped “1943” on underside. Applied copper tail sprig. Measures 17.5" long.
Provenance
Martin and Deborah Maloy collection.
Comparable sales
The 1 most recent Louis Rathmell Mallard to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Apr 2026 | Mint | — | $39,600 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Louis Rathmell sales