This service is provided as an information and advice resource. Other books recommended by folk art experts include American Bird Decoys by William J. Mackey Jr. and Wild Fowl Decoys by Joel Barber. Selling Old Stuff for Profit Class with Dr. Lori (Part 1), Selling Old Stuff for Profit Class with Dr. Lori (Part 4), Selling Old Stuff for Profit Class with Dr. Lori (Part 2), appraised retail value based on actual sales records, description/identification (varies by item). Jerry Eppel Bloomington, MN, gumball777 Randy Spry Grand Marias, MN, HA (Monogram) Howard Anderson Virginia, Handezman Anthony Granbois Baudette, MN, Harold H Harold Henry Eyre London, Ontario, Canada, Harold Henry Harold Henry Eyre London, Ontario, Canada. A peculiar antique object is the duck decoy, with its long and captivating history. All information provided is the opinion of the appraiser at the time the information is given to the client. Masterpiece Technologies Inc. is not responsible for any problems caused by internet connections or access issues related to its website. Usually the staff at these stores are more than willing to help you with this process. The appraiser has no interest in the item appraised and the appraiser has not made any offer to buy the item appraised. More information on this further down in the Duck Decoy Makers, Regions and Types section. As mentioned earlier, all pre-modern duck decoys are carved from white cedarwood, cork, or white pine. However, the painted details were quite rudimentary. ELEVEN AMERICAN HAND-PAINTED WOOD DUCK DECOYS. Some of the typical things to look for when considering an antiques decoy are roughness, scars, paint loss, and other signs of wear and use in the field. Collection of miniature duck decoys and figures: Pair of miniature Bob McGaw canvasback duck. (inside fish symbol) John Swenson Frazee, MN, JS John Samuelson Native American Central Minnesota, J. Vannet James Vannet or Vannette WI, JW (monogram, the points of the W are arrowhead spear points) Jerry Wolinski Sterling Heights, MI, JW Casting Company Ogema, MN (See Jay Walz), K HDL Decoys Hewey, Duey & Lewey (See Robert Billings, John Surgent and George Kustin), Kaminen- Gary C.Kaminen Keewatin, MN garynmari, Kamis Karvings Keewatin,MN (See Gary Kaminen), kathyb67 The Old Coots Place Kathy & M. Wayne Baldwin Kenton, OH, KAW Kimberley Ann Winkelmann AKA Kimberley Richards, AKA Kimberley, Harrigan Kimberly (Tom Richards daughter), formerly Kimberly Richards Black Creek, Wisconsin, K & E Tackle Co. Ken & Evelyn Sprague Hastings, MI, Ken & Wanda Ken & Wanda Vickerman Deer River, MN, KB Ken & Bernie Brucklacher Wisconsin & Nevada, kcfish7022 Richard Aldrich Hibbing, MN, KC (inside fish logo) Richard R. & Kathryn Chris Aldrich Hibbing, MN, Kingfish Bar Lake Fishing Tackle Co. Manistee, MI (Soren Hansen & Everett Peterson), KR Kimberley Ann Winkelmann (AKA Kimberley Richards, AKA Kimberley Harrigan) Black Creek, Wisconsin Neither all, nor any part of the content of the report, or copy thereof, shall be used for any purposes by anyone but the client specified in the report without previous written consent of the appraiser. This in itself is a tricky task. Frank Ambrosich Montello. Albert Junglas Farminton, Michigan, AS w/Diamond Arnie Stensland Michigan, A. Victor Fred J. Beaudry Marquette, Michigan, Feather on Bottom (RED) Mike Allsup Pine River, MN, AWA Art W. Anderson Detoit Lakes, MN, B (on bottom) Lawrence Bethel Lake George, MN, B. Bartlett Broderick Randy Bartlett, MI, B. Williams Bevy Williams Virginia Beach, VA, bandgdecoys B & G Decoys Beth & Gene Burnett Springfield, Illinois, Bar Lake Fishing Tackle Co. Kingfish Soren Hansen & Everett Peterson Manistee, MI, Bartlett Broderick Randy Bartlett, MI, B. Barlett Broderick Randy Bartlett Northern MI, BBJ Jerome Brooks Big John Lac Du Flambeau, Wisconsin, B.C. The fair market value has been defined as the price at which a willing buyer and a willing seller, neither under any compulsion to buy or sell, without the necessity of a forced sale and commensurate with the market in which the item most commonly sells and with both parties having reasonable knowledge of the relevant facts agree on the sale price of the item. Areas which are better equipped for the trade of duck decoys are likely to have a more lively market and therefore items will fetch a higher price. Stephen OBrien of Copley Fine Art Auctions, Boston, said studying Adele Earnests The Art of the Decoy would go a long way in familiarizing oneself with the fine details of duck decoys. The rights granted herein shall also include the right to edit, delete and dub the Footage and Materials, the Program, and the Advertisements as Producer sees fit in Producers sole discretion. We reserve the right to refuse to appraise any item. I understand that it may be a federal offense, unless disclosed to Producer prior to the exhibition of the Program, if any, to do any of the following: (a) give or agree to give any member of the production staff and anyone associated in any manner with the Program or any representative of Producer any portion of my compensation or anything else of value to arrange my appearance in the Program or the Advertisements; or (b) accept or agree to accept anything of value to promote any product, service or venture on the air or to use any prepared material containing such a promotion. Hen missing one eye. A: The most expensive duck decoy was sold in 2014 for $690,000! Harmon praises Lincolns highly stylized paint patterns and his unique and stately form. Frank Schmid Mississauga Ontario Canada, garynmari Gary C. Kaminen Keewatin, MN, G.D.B. As you know by now, duck decoys are replicas of real birds used back in the day by hunters to attract birds, easing their job especially during the winter months. PO Box 188 Trumbauersville, PA 18970 (888) 431-1010, Terms of Use | Privacy Statement | Sitemap. A long time before British colonists entered America, Native Americans made these birds and other animals decoys for hunting purposes. Some of the master carvers of duck decoys such as Ben Schmidt, Joe Lincoln, Walter Ruppel, Adam Anger, Addie Nichol, Alain MacDonald, Albert Laing, Art Chilton, Babe Strubinger, Bert Graves, Reagan Bob Kerr, Bert Lang, Damos, Bill Enright, Bill Goenne, Barney Crandell and Shang Wheeler were craftsmen who hunted and came to understand the fowl that they hunted. Expert's Assistant: I always love having an appraiser look at my stuff. Decoys Jim Pierce Decoys Maryland Here at Maryland Decoys, we want you to know that we want to provide a top quality resource for your Old Decoy collecting, investment or interior design needs. As used herein, Producer shall include Producer, its licensees, successors and assigns, and each of their respective parents, subsidiaries, and affiliates, and each of their respective officers, directors, shareholders, employees, agents, representatives, successors, licensees and assigns. Created by Gus Wilson, this antique item broke one of the antique duck decoy sales record recently. I hereby waive any and all rights I may have to any compensation whatsoever. Some factories also produced some notable vintage duck decoys in the 1900s. tin shore bird decoy, 2 folding duck decoys, GOOD GROUP OF EIGHT ASSORTED AMERICAN DECOYS, Group of seven carved and paint duck decoys. The Mason Decoy Company was the most popular and successful commercial maker of hunting decoys. Huntsmen today do not use duck decoys due to modern technology and materials, so these items are now considered genuine antique and vintage treasures. GROUP OF FOUR CARVED AND PAINTED WOODEN DUCK, Mid 1900s Collection of Duck Decoys: For. Instant Appraisal and makers marks for Duck Decoy | Antiques & Collectibles Research Guides Identification and Price guides for Antiques & Collectibles Jewelry, Silver & Silverplate Appraise and find makers marks for Duck Decoy Join the most updated and complete collectibles research online - Learn more. Q: Who are antique duck decoy collectors? Today was a treat for K2, and I. Everything changed, and the antique market exploded when Han Sorenson of Burlington published The Decoy Collectors Guide magazine. Early decoys retaining original paint by well-known carvers are highly sought after. FIVE WILDFOWLER DECOY CO. WIDGEON DECOYSFIVE WILDFOWLER DECOY CO. WIDGEON DECOYS Four drakes and one hen. The market is continually evolving, so todays price may not be tomorrows. This approx. The legendary Lothrop Holmes carved this piece. + $62.85 shipping. Decoys. If you are interested in buying and selling antique duck decoys and prefer the mainstream online platforms, check these sources: Check the wide range of vintage and antique duck decoys on eBay. Wild Bill Bangston Backus, MN, WM. Soon after that, decoy shows and affairs started being organized all over the country. No makers mark that I can see. A few of these floating decoys appear buoyant because they were hollowed out, while the rest maintained their solid features. COLLECTION OF 8 VINTAGE HANDMADE DUCK DECOYS: COLLECTION OF 8 VINTAGE HANDMADE DUCK DECOYS: Working decoys To include 1) Pratt Decoy Co. canvasback, missing weight, 6 1/2'' high x 16'' long. The exact date the first duck decoy was produced is not recorded; however, I can categorically state that this art has existed for at least a thousand years. Most vintage duck decoys do not have identifiable markings. Consider a decoy collection insurance. The report will be sent to you no later than 11:59 pm eastern time on your due date. Sometimes its turned out to be surprisingly valuable. The prices also vary by region. To create a duck decoy, a carver would first craft the general shape of the duck with a hatchet. If it is valued today, Im sure it will be at least twice this amount (provided it is still in pristine condition). There are other videos, articles, and books you can consult on this subject to learn to recognize these antique items. Huntsman here needed a huge variety of decoys for both individual and commercial use. We do not need large files and it only slows the Online Appraisal review process. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. [more like this] If the answer is yes, then you might be dealing with a unique duck decoy model that is worth a lot of money. In Maine, the carvers made the decoys have tougher features to withstand the waters. Mostly original paint with touch up on the head and bill. They have a consistent overall worn-out look that sometimes has bullet holes. $99.99 + $14.55 shipping Carved Wooden duck Decoy by BJ $129.99 + $24.99 shipping Harlequin Duck drake decoy by Doug Richey - carved 2004 *Excellent condition* $80.00 He is said to have earned his nickname for his penchant as a sailor of sleeping on deck in all kinds of weather. Charles Ahner Fond du Lac. 1- Bodnar signed, carved & Painted Mallard. THIS BRAND HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED ON THE FOLLOWING DECOYS: REFERENCES/SOURCES: INITIAL CONTRIBUTOR: Gregory Partin ADDITIONAL CONTRIBUTORS: DYE Click on any image to enlarge J E Miller John E. Miller, Lancaster Co. PA. JFT James Francis Trowbridge Ontario, Canada, JH Harold Jenett or Jenette also uses HJ, JHF (Monogram Stamped in) John H. Fairfield Marenisco, MI, JK (Stylized Monogram) John Kalash Gibraltar, Michigan, JM A.J. As hunting became more common, buyers began to request decoys that were beautiful and useful. Restored condition by Patrick Kane, branded PK. HCLDC Hills Creek Lake Decoy Co. North Central PA. HDL Decoys Hewey, Duey & Lewey (See Robert Billings, John Surgent and George Kustin), HDL-(K) Hewey, Duey & Lewey (See Robert Billings, John Surgent and George Kustin), HDL-(S) Hewey, Duey & Lewey (See Robert Billings, John Surgent and George Kustin), HE Harland Englund Evansville, Minnesota, Heart symbol Charles Hart Harrison Twp., MI, HH Harold Henry Eyre London, Ontario, Canada, High Sierra Woodcarvings Charlie Halsell Citrus Heights, CA, HJH Perchville Legend Jarry J. Haglund East Tawas, MI, Hook Peterson- Arnold H.Peterson Jennings, MI, Hookie Arnold H. Peterson Jennings, MI, Hoosier Decoys Dave and Bridget Moreno Fort Wayne, IN, Ice House Lures Swan Quarter Companies, Crystal Lake, Illinois, Ice King Bear Creek Bait Co. Kaleva, MI, Intruder Fish Decoy Marvs Wood Products Marv Cekalla Little Falls, MN, IRW Irving Rubitschung Pine River, MN, itchrist Scott A. Bregg Reed City, Michigan, IXOYE inside christian fish logo Randy Hofman or Hoffman, JC Jeanne Cutis (Virgil Curtiss Wife) West Branch, MI, jcasgofish James Scheibner Summerland, FL. The rarest species of Mason Factory Wood Duck decoys in the best forms can cost up to $600,000. It is hand heat branded on bottom ''J-L''. The appraiser has no bias with respect to the subject matter or parties involved in any sale (if applicable). Fish (Christian) Symbol with IXOYE inside Randy Hahn or Randy Hofman Minnesota?? vintage rather than antique) or have been repaired if the paint looks new. Duck Decoys | Ultra-realistic Duck Decoys | Avian-X Our Topflight floating duck decoys feature a weight-forward swim keel for realistic movement across the water. Hence, these items are regarded as antique and vintage. Carved Duck Decoy by Mark Buck | eBay Wooden duck decoy / decoration - general for sale - by owner The value of these items depends on factors like their rarity, carver, age, and overall condition. Duck Decoys 138 Decoys. Make sure you write down your antique items history, value, and previous owners. This list is limited to only a few results.Many more items are available to our members through our Price Guides!