Makers / Bert Graves / Mallard
Bert Graves Mallard
Preening mallard, Bert Graves, Peoria, Illinois, 2nd quarter 20th century.
$2,400
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $2,500–$3,500under estimate
Sold Apr 2023at Guyette & Deeter Spring 2023 Decoy & Sporting Art Auction
SpeciesMallardPosePreenerSize14"PaintRepaintSignedyes
The catalog record
Hollow carved with comb feather paint detail. "BM" branded on the underside. Retains the original Graves weight. Measures 14" long.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Bert Graves Mallard to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep 2026 | — | Original | $2,160 |
| 23 Jul 2026 | — | Original | $900 |
| Jul 2026 | Excellent | Original | $24,000 |
| Jul 2026 | Mint | Original | $24,000 |
| Jul 2026 | Mint | — | $18,000 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Bert Graves sales