Makers / John R. Wells / Canvasback
John R. Wells Canvasback
John R. Wells (1861-1953), Toronto, Ontario
$720
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $1,200–$1,800under estimate
Sold Apr 2026at Guyette & Deeter April 2026 Decoy & Sporting Art Auction
SpeciesCanvasbackSize25"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
Canvasback. Hollow carved with.25" bottom board. Branded "JRW Maker." Measures 16.25" long.
Provenance
Deborah and Martin Maloy collection.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent John R. Wells Canvasback to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2026 | — | Repaint | $450 |
| Apr 2026 | — | Original | $12,000 |
| Nov 2025 | — | Original | $3,600 |
| Oct 2024 | — | Repaint | $180 |
| Apr 2023 | — | Original | $6,300 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All John R. Wells sales