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![Ira Hudson Bluebill Drake Duck Decoy: Ira Hudson Bluebill Drake Duck Decoy from Chincoteague V.A. with Original Paint.7.5 inches H x 14 L x 5.5 deep.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3185/332370/179255854_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717511887)
![Vintage Duck Decoy: Vintage Duck Decoy](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8063/323787/176157424_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1715711369)
![2 Red-Breasted Merganser Duck Decoys, incl. Miles Hancock: Two (2) carved and painted wood Merganser drake duck decoys including one signed and dated "Miles Hancock (VA 1887-1975), 1938" and one unsigned but numbered 229. 6 1/2" H x 1](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/525/332535/179370665_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717684324)
![Large Swan Decoy, Unsigned: Large swan decoy, carved and painted wood. Unsigned. Approximately 20" H x 32" W x 10" D. Likely early 20th century. PROVENANCE: Private Knoxville, Tennessee collection.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/525/332535/179370664_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717684324)
![4 Maryland Duck Decoys, incl. Henry Lockard & August Heinefield: Group of four (4) carved and painted duck decoys including: two (2) decoys by August Heinfield (MD, 1883-1952) including a canvasback drake and a red-head drake, both signed on the base; one (1)](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/525/332535/179370659_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717684324)
![Vintage English Hardy Bros Zenith Fly Fishing Reel: Vintage English Hardy Bros Zenith Fly Fishing Reel. Reel measures 3.25 inches diameter x 1.75 inches, with original case and pamphlet.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3185/332370/179255608_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717511887)
![Group of Taxidermy Fish, Rays, and Fish Bones: Group of Taxidermy Fish, Rays, and Fish BonesIncluding, moray eels, dogfish and fish bones in shadowbox.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3731/331557/178844543_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717440983)
![Large Taxidermy Mounted Elk Trophy: Large taxidermy elk mount trophy. Likely scored in the mid to high 200s (not officially scored). Heavy duty hook secured to back for hanging.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/9234/331906/179053257_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717190599)
![R. Madison Mitchell Abercombie & Fitch Duck Decoy: An Abercombie & Fitch Wooden Duck Decoy based on R. Madison Mitchell's 1936 work. Limited Edition- #23 out of 50. 17" x 5" x 8".](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7699/332525/179336439_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717677291)
![J.E.P. Black Duck Decoy 1967: J.E.P. Black Duck Decoy 1967](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8063/323787/176157427_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1715711369)
![Achille Hart Female Bluebill Duck Decoy 1940: Achille Hart Female Bluebill Duck Decoy Anicet Quebec 1940](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8063/323787/176157425_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1715711369)
![Mason Wigeon Drake Decoy: Wigeon drake carved and painted decoy, likely by Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI. Standard grade with solid body, tack eyes. 6 1/4" H x 14" W x 5 1/4" D. First quarter](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/525/332535/179370666_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717684324)
![Pair of Redhead Ducks in Flight Taxidermy Waterfowl Trophy: Pair of taxidermy redhead ducks in positioned in flight and suspended over a driftwood log.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/9234/331906/179053368_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717190599)
![Antique Mason Factory Black Duck Decoy Glass Eyes: Antique Mason Factory Black Duck Decoy Glass Eyes. 16 inches L x 5 W x 7 H.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3185/332370/179255862_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717511887)
![Merganser Drake Duck Decoy Lunenburg Nova Scotia: Merganser Drake Duck Decoy Lunenburg County Nova Scotia C. 1900s. Bill is an in use repair, head is unsecured. 16.5 inches L x 6 H x 4.5 deep.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3185/332370/179255855_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717511887)
![Vintage Fishing Reel Collection Lot: Vintage Fishing Reel Collection Lot](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/2050/332417/179274162_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717539928)
![F.J. Dobbins Duck Decoy: F.J. Dobbins Duck Decoy - Jonesport Maine](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8063/323787/176157426_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1715711369)
![Pair of Golden Eye Decoys: Pair of Goldeneye Decoys20th C. Maker unknown.Each appx 14 1/2 in. (36.8 cm.)](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3731/331557/178844454_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717098441)
![[FOLK ART] Duck Decoys (Group of 3) Wood (carved and lamina...: [FOLK ART] Duck Decoys (Group of 3) Wood (carved and laminated), paint, plastic (eyes), and metal. 7 ¼ h x 16 w x 7 ½” d (largest). Exceptional paint and carving in all three examples.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/928/330686/178765536_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716992685)
![2 Mason Duck Decoys, Premier Grade: Two (2) carved and painted duck decoys, canvasback hen and goldeneye drake, likely by Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI. Premier grade with hollow bodies, glass eyes, swirled feathers,](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/525/332535/179370663_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717684324)
![Canvasback Drake Decoy attr. John English: Canvasback Drake carved and painted duck decoy, attributed to John English (Florence, NJ, 1848-1915). Copper tag to underside reads W. APPLETON / BRISTOL PA." 5 3/4" H x 13 1/2&quo](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/525/332535/179370658_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717684324)
![5 Maryland Duck Decoys, incl. Edward Parsons & Jessie Urie: Grouping of five (5) carved and painted duck decoys including: one (1) drake canvasback decoy with inscription on the base reading "Mady by Ted Parsons (Edward T. Parsons, MD, 1856-1937) Royal Oa](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/525/332535/179370656_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717684324)
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![Milestone presents fine sporting, Civil War & Old West firearms, June 10-11](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/416_1-copy.jpg)
Milestone presents fine sporting, Civil War & Old West firearms, June 10-11
WILLOUGHBY, Ohio – Over the weekend of June 10-11, Milestone Auctions will open its doors to an arsenal of antique, vintage and other fine weapons chosen expressly for the summer edition of its Premier Collectible Firearms sale. The 1,421-lot auction event, featuring the types and brands of military, civilian and sporting arms hobbyists yearn for, […]
![Miniature books command monumental auction prices](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/besmart-9.jpg)
Miniature books command monumental auction prices
NEW YORK – Humans are undeniably drawn to familiar things that are smaller than they should be, and books are no exception. Most miniature books postdate the year 1800, but their history begins before Gutenberg invented his printing press. To qualify as a miniature, a book can’t merely be little. According to the Miniature Book Society, […]
![Collectors raise their glasses to vintage whiskey advertising](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/besmart-2.jpg)
Collectors raise their glasses to vintage whiskey advertising
NEW YORK — By today’s standards, early whiskey advertising may seem dated and male-centric. Images of elegantly-attired, cigar-smoking gentlemen drinking together as well as hunting scenes with buffalos and Old West cowboys dominate the medium. The macho archetype of the typical whiskey drinker of the early 1800s gave rise to a whole genre of advertising […]
![Gallery Report: Joan Mitchell drawing tops $1.2M at Leslie Hindman Auctioneers](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Joan-Mitchell-1991-drawing-1.jpg)
Gallery Report: Joan Mitchell drawing tops $1.2M at Leslie Hindman Auctioneers
ATLANTA – At the start of each month, ACN columnist Ken Hall gathers top auction highlights from around the United States and beyond. Here’s what made headlines since last month’s Gallery Report (prices include the buyer’s premium unless stated otherwise): Joan Mitchell drawing, $1.2 million, Leslie Hindman Auctioneers A large, double sheet Untitled (Pastel) drawing […]