George R. Huey Merganser Drake
George R. Huey (1866-1937) Friendship, ME, c. 1880
The catalog record
George R. Huey (1866-1937) Friendship, ME, c. 1880 18 3/4 in. long
A sleek-bodied “Down East” sea duck decoy displaying an inletted head and elliptically carved eyes, two of the Huey’s hallmarks. The underside bears an inset circular weight and the maker's signature along with his peninsular hometown of Friendship, Maine. Original paint with even gunning wear, appealing craquelure, and a hairline crack in neck.
Provenance: Linda Johnson Collection
Literature: John and Shirley Delph, "New England Decoys," Exton, PA, 1981, pp. 34 & 38, related example illustrated. Robert Shaw, "Call to the Sky: The Decoy Collection of James M. McCleery, M.D.," Houston, TX, 1992, p. 4, related example illustrated.
Provenance
Linda Johnson Collection
Comparable sales
The 4 most recent George R. Huey Mergansers to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $9,000 |
| Jul 2014 | — | Original | $840 |
| Jul 2013 | — | Original | $5,463 |
| Jul 2009 | Good | Original | $5,750 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All George R. Huey sales