Outstanding George Boyd Shorebird / Yellowlegs Decoy, NH c1900

November 3, 2018 Stoneware Auction

Lot #: 514

Price Realized: $2,714.00

($2,300 hammer, plus 18% buyer's premium)

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Painted Yellowlegs Shorebird Decoy, attributed to George Boyd, Seabrook, NH, circa 1910, delicately-carved yellowlegs decoy with original painted surface and tack eyes. Loss to end of bill. A very tight neck crack. Minor wear to tail. Painted surface survives in excellent condition. L 11 1/2".

Part of a small selection of folk art / general antiques from the Raymond L. Owen collection. We sold Dr. Owen's large collection of American ceramics last year and agreed to assist the estate in selling these items, as well.

Outstanding George Boyd Shorebird / Yellowlegs Decoy, NH c1900Outstanding George Boyd Shorebird / Yellowlegs Decoy, NH c1900Outstanding George Boyd Shorebird / Yellowlegs Decoy, NH c1900Outstanding George Boyd Shorebird / Yellowlegs Decoy, NH c1900

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