Makers / David W. Nichol / Goldeneye
David W. Nichol Goldeneye Drake
David W. Nichols (1890-1977) Smith Falls, Ontario, Canada, 1955
$600
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $200–$400over estimate
Sold 25 Jul 2015at The Sporting Sale 2015 — Copley
SpeciesGoldeneyeConfigDrakePaintOriginalCarved1955Signedyes
The catalog record
David W. Nichols (1890-1977) Smith Falls, Ontario, Canada, 1955
A rigged decoy with glass eyes, a lightly "coggled" bill edge, and raised, incised wing tips and tail feathers. The bottom is signed and dated by the maker. Original paint with minor gunning wear.
Provenance: Richard and Lynn Gove Collection
Provenance
Richard and Lynn Gove Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent David W. Nichol Goldeneyes to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $510 |
| 28 May 2026 | — | Original | $330 |
| 9 Apr 2026 | — | Original | $390 |
| 12 Mar 2026 | — | Original | $330 |
| 7 Nov 2025 | — | — | $510 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All David W. Nichol sales