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David W. Nichol Redhead
Davey W. Nichol (1890-1977) Smith Falls, Ontario, Canada, c. 1930
$480
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $500–$800under estimate
Sold Jul 2025at Copley, July 2025
SpeciesRedheadSize13"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
Davey W. Nichol (1890-1977) Smith Falls, Ontario, Canada, c. 1930 13 in. long
A well-executed hunting decoy with vermiculated paint, raised wing tips and primaries, and stamped feather details. Original paint with gunning wear, including shot scars.
Provenance: Private Collection, Maryland
Literature: Bernie Gates, "Ontario Decoys," Kingston, Ontario, 1982, pp. 122 and 124, related carving style and redhead illustrated.
Provenance
Private Collection, Maryland
Comparable sales
The 4 most recent David W. Nichol Redheads to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Dec 2025 | Excellent | Original | $900 |
| 11 Sep 2025 | Good | Original | $420 |
| Apr 2024 | — | Original | $1,800 |
| 15 Mar 2024 | Excellent | — | $570 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All David W. Nichol sales