Ben Schmidt (1884-1968), Detroit, Michigan.

BLUEBILL DRAKE by Ben Schmidt, Detroit, MI (1884-1968). Good original paint showing some in-use wear. Good structural condition with hairline check the length of back. Carved wing feathers. Retains fu

Redhead drake by Ben Schmidt, (1884-1968). of Centerline, MI. An fine early example by Michigan's revered decoy maker. In excellent original condition with minimal wear.

Incised wing feather detail. Also with Schmidt's feather stamping on much of the bird. Keel was removed at some point. Mesures 17" long.

Pair of exceptional canvasbacks by Ben Schmidt, (1884-1968), Centerline, MI. The hen is a 16 ½ inch decoy with subtle carved wing and feather detail. In fine original paint with a very small tail

Antique Hand Carved and Hand Painted Circa 1930's Duck Decoy Hollow Redhead Hen by Ben Schmidt, Detroit, Michigan. 8 inches x 15 inches (#41)

Canvasback Pair Ben Schmidt (1884-1968) Centerline, MI, c. 1930 17 in. long A hen and drake diver with thin tails. Original paint with even gunning wear. The hen is fitted with a second Schmidt head w

Miniature Long-Tailed Pair Benjamin S. Schmidt (1884-1968) Centerline, MI, c. 1930 11 in. long The original owner of this pair and the following miniature Schmidt lots was a foundry owner in Detroit w

Miniature Pintail Pair Benjamin S. Schmidt (1884-1968) Centerline, MI, c. 1930 9 1/2 in. long The original owner of this pair was a foundry owner in Detroit who acquired the birds directly from the ma

Miniature Redhead Pair Benjamin S. Schmidt (1884-1968) Centerline, MI, c. 1930 7 1/2 in. long The original owner of this pair was a foundry owner in Detroit who acquired the birds directly from the ma

Milton Kemnitz, American (Ann Arbor, Michigan), 1911-2005. A 1960's mixed media on paper, titled "Courthouse Square". Signed "Kemnitz" lower right, 1968 Detroit Institute of Arts labels verso. Very sl

REDHEAD DRAKE by Ben Schmidt, Detroit, MI. Appears to be very good original paint and condition. Small chip on right side of tail. Relief-carved wings. Retains keel

RARE BLUEBILL DRAKE by Ben Schmidt, Detroit, MI, circa 1930’s. Very old working paint, some of which is original. Good structural condition. Typical carved wing feathers. Balsa construction. Head tu

Benjamin Schmidt (1884-1968) Centerline, MI, c. 1930 21 in. long A grand black duck with excellent textured feathering and a thin paddle tail. Original paint with even gunning wear and faint age line

BLUEBILL HEN attributed to Ben Schmidt, Detroit, MI. Weathered original paint and very good structural condition. Detailed feather carving to back. Snug-head model with hairline crack to upper bill. R

Ben Schmidt, Michigan, 16"L. Condition: Fair, Age Crack in Body.

EXTREMELY RARE AND FINE ONE-THIRD SIZE BLACK DUCK by Ben J. Schmidt, Detroit, MI, circa 1940. Excellent original paint and condition. Very detailed carved feather work overall to body. Raised crossed

Mason premier grade Bluebill Drake decoy, first quarter 20th century, old working surface, "GUYETTE AND SCHMIDT" sticker to underside, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan, 7 1/4" HOA, 13" LOA.

A turn of the century Cast Iron bank. Victorian house form with original finish, "Home Savings Bank, Detroit, Michigan," cast above door. Some surface wear, small crack to roof. 11" high overall. ESTI

Edgar Louis Yaeger, American (Detroit, Michigan), 1904-1997. A mid 20th century mixed media on paper interior scene. Depicts a veiled Spanish style woman obscured by a fan at table with fruit bowl and

A 1950 Grand Prize trophy awarded by the National Beauty Trades, New York to "Margaret Krokker, Detroit, Michigan". Brass and cast metal construction on a turned wooden base. Significant surface wear,

Important mallard drake, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan, 1st quarter 20th century. Hollow carved premier grade, with relief bill carving and glass eyes. "GK Schmidt" branded twice in the under

An Evening with Diana Ross And The Supremes Vintage 1968 Concert Program 12"x9" .5 Pound Motown Mansion Collection, 918 West Boston Blvd. Detroit Michigan 48202. Purchased from Berry Gordy.UPDATE: We

Ben Schmidt Mallard Drake. Old hunter repaint, hollow, keel removed, 1940's, Centerline, Michigan. 15"L x 7"W x 8.5"H

Ben Schmidt Mallard Drake. Some original paint, hollow body with bottom board, 1940's, Centerline, Michigan 17"L x 6"W x 7"H