Important Maryland Private Collection | September 10, 2025
Wed, Sep 10, 2025 10:00AM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 569
Two Unsigned Merganser Drake Decoys, Including Early Cape Cod
Estimate: $500 - $700
Unsold
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
comprising: early New England merganser drake, probably Cape Cod, Massachusetts, late 19th or early 20th century, unknown maker, refined form, painted M or W at base, two small metal rigging loops at base, 6-3/4 x 18-3/4 x 6 in.; merganser drake with stylized paint, horsehair crest, painted eyes, high back, pronounced angular form with stencil-like paint, slightly lifted tail, metal rigging loop and octagonal weight at base, 5-1/2 x 15-3/4 x 5-1/4 in.
Provenance: (both) Northeast Auctions, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, August 4, 1996; Property From An Important Estate, Maryland
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(both) Northeast Auctions, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, August 4, 1996; Property From An Important Estate, Maryland
early drake: separation at neck seam, turned head probably not as made, break at one side of neck from chin to crest, chip at crest with paint loss, eyes rusted, large chip at back with losses, very worn paint with bare wood showing in spots, plug at base below breast, large knot at rump as made, weights removed leaving nail holes; stylized drake: missing two crest tufts, break at neck, drying crack from breast through the length of underside and extending to tail, losses at top of head with visible dowel end, shot strike, dents and chips with losses Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.
