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Oliver Lawson Outstanding Flying Black Duck
Oliver "Tuts" Lawson (b. 1938) Crisfield, MD, 1966
$11,400
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $4,000–$6,000over estimate
Sold 25 Jul 2019at The Sporting Sale 2019 — Copley
SpeciesBlack DuckPoseFlyingSize18"PaintOriginalCarved1966
The catalog record
Oliver "Tuts" Lawson (b. 1938) Crisfield, MD, 1966 18 in. long
This wood carved life-size black duck captured on the wing is exceptional for its exactness of both anatomy and paint detail. It stands as one of the best Lawson carvings to ever come to market. Original paint with minimal wear.
Provenance: Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection, acquired directly from Lawson in 1966
Provenance
Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection, acquired directly from Lawson in 1966
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Oliver Lawson Black Ducks to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Jul 2026 | — | Original | $2,460 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $2,700 |
| Jun 2026 | — | Original | $1,050 |
| Jun 2026 | Mint | — | $810 |
| Jun 2026 | Excellent | Original | $720 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Oliver Lawson sales