Makers / Clark Madera / Scaup/Bluebill
Clark Madera Bluebill Drake
Clark C. Madara (1883-1953) Pitman, NJ, c. 1920
$1,200
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $2,000–$3,000under estimate
Sold Feb 2021at Copley, February 2021
SpeciesScaup/BluebillConfigDrakeSize13.5"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
Clark C. Madara (1883-1953) Pitman, NJ, c. 1920 13 1/2 in. long
A rare hollow bluebill by one of New Jersey's finest makers, exhibiting a thin neck, full cheeks, and a refined tail. The underside is stamped with a collector's "709." Original paint with even gunning wear, black paint has thin black wash.
Provenance: Bud Ward Collection Dwight D. Miller Collection, acquired from the above
Provenance
Bud Ward Collection Dwight D. Miller Collection, acquired from the above
Comparable sales
The 2 most recent Clark Madera Scaup/Bluebills to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Oct 2026 | — | — | $61 |
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $1,080 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Clark Madera sales