Dan English Cheeseman Rig Bluebill
Daniel G. English (1883-1962) Florence, NJ, c. 1935
The catalog record
Daniel G. English (1883-1962) Florence, NJ, c. 1935 13 1/2 in. long
A rare and exceptional Delaware River bluebill decoy from the rig of Harold Cheeseman. Not only one of the finest bluebills to come off the Delaware River, decoys from this rig are among the best from any region. The underside of the hollow body is marked twice with a stamped "HC." A testament to the English family's lasting quality, the body seam remains perfectly tight with no fasteners. Excellent original paint with even gunning wear, including some wear to tail edge.
Provenance: Harold Cheeseman Rig Pasquale "Babe" Sabatini Collection
Provenance
Harold Cheeseman Rig Pasquale "Babe" Sabatini Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Dan English Scaup/Bluebills to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct 2026 | — | Repaint | $344 |
| Dec 2022 | — | Repaint | $575 |
| 24 Jul 2016 | — | Repaint | $480 |
| Jul 2013 | — | — | $460 |
| Jul 2010 | Good | Repaint | $345 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Dan English sales