Makers / Louis Rathmell / Black Duck
Louis Rathmell Black Duck
Louis C. Rathmell (1898-1974), Danbury, Connecticut.
$8,400
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $10,000–$15,000under estimate
Sold 25 Jul 2026at Guyette & Deeter July 2026 Decoy & Sporting Art Auction
SpeciesBlack DuckPoseTurned headSize17.5"ConditionExcellentPaintOriginalSignedyes
The catalog record
Excellent cork body black duck. Tucked head is slightly turned and with scratch feather paint detail. Inlaid weight on underside with maker's name stamped in to it. Dr. Lloyd Griffith collection ink stamp on underside. Measures 17.5" long.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Louis Rathmell Black Duck to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Jul 2026 | Mint | — | $33,000 |
| 24 Apr 2026 | Excellent | Original | $25,200 |
| 15 Nov 2025 | — | Original | $9,600 |
| 25 Jan 2025 | — | Original | $3,240 |
| 11 Nov 2023 | Excellent | Original | $12,000 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Louis Rathmell sales