Willet By The Mason Decoy Factory - Mar 09, 2024 | Charles Street Auction In Ma
Upcoming AuctionsAuctions Near MeHow Auctions Work
|
HelpNewsConsignPrice Results
LiveAuctioneers Logo
Art
Jewelry
Asian Antiques
Furniture
Collectibles
Coins
Home & Décor
Fashion
Explore Categories

Art
Artists
Popular Searches
Browse by Origin
Spring Fine Art and Collectibles Auction
NH Auctions and Appraisals LLC
Sponsored.Your ad here?

Jewelry
Featured
Popular Searches
Private Coll. of Sec. Madeleine K. Albright
Freeman's | Hindman
Sponsored.Your ad here?

Asian Antiques
Browse By Origin
Featured
PRIVATE Collections:Asian Arts,Antiques
YaShawn Auction House
Sponsored.Your ad here?

Furniture
Tables
Seating
Cabinets & Storage
Browse By Styles
Featured
Discovery- Interiors
Bonhams
Sponsored.Your ad here?

Collectibles
Western and Contemporary Native American Art
Freeman's | Hindman
Sponsored.Your ad here?

Coins
Browse By Origin
Featured Coins
May Fortune Favor You Auction
Florida Estate Sales Inc.
Sponsored.Your ad here?

Home & Décor
Featured
Modern Design Featuring the Pinhas Collection of D
Bonhams
Sponsored.Your ad here?

Clothing
Accessories
Featured Designers

lots of lots
View Auction
Collectibles
Sports Equipment
Hunting & Fishing
Decoys
Previous
Lot 0066
Next

Willet by the Mason Decoy Factory

Similar Sale History

View More Items in Decoys
Sold
Rare Willet by Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit: Rare Willet in Winter Plumage by Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan. Near exact decoy is pictured on page 120 of 'Shorebirds...' by Levison and Headley according to original auction listing. Prove
2019Rare Willet by Mason Decoy Factory, DetroitSee Sold Price
Sold
Important mallard drake, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan, 1st quarter 20th century.: 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
2022Important mallard drake, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan, 1st quarter 20th century.See Sold Price
Sold
Pair of bluebills, Mason Decoy Factory Detroit, Michigan, 1st quarter 20th: Hollow carved premier grade with wide spoon bills. Measure 13" long.
2023Pair of bluebills, Mason Decoy Factory Detroit, Michigan, 1st quarter 20thSee Sold Price
Sold
Early Goldeneye Pair by Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924): Early Goldeneye Pair Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI, c. 1900 14 in. long A recently discovered pair of early goldeneye with especially pronounced crowns and uplifted heads. These lively h
2023Early Goldeneye Pair by Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924)See Sold Price
Sold
Bluewing teal, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan.: Bluewing teal, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan. Hollow carved premier grade. Hillman collection ink stamp on underside. Measures 12" long.
2022Bluewing teal, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan.See Sold Price
Sold
Blue-Winged Teal Pair, Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924): Blue-Winged Teal Pair Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI, c. 1920 12 in. long An exceptional pair of glass-eye Mason teal with round inletted weights. A partial brand from "Oakland Farm" and
2021Blue-Winged Teal Pair, Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924)See Sold Price
Sold
Exceptional Merganser Hen by Mason Decoy Factory: A 17 1/4 inch Challenge Grade Merganser Hen by Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924), Detroit, MI. Exhibits a solid body with glass eyes, incised bill detail, and a rare species to find in such good conditi
2022Exceptional Merganser Hen by Mason Decoy FactorySee Sold Price
Sold
Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924), Detroit, Michigan.: Challenge grade merganser drake with extended crest. Measures 17" long.
2024Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924), Detroit, Michigan.See Sold Price
Sold
Rare low head model bluebill hen, Mason Decoy Factory,: Rare low head model bluebill hen, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan. Premier grade. 14.5" long. Literature: "Mason Factory Decoys," Russ Goldberger and Alan Haid.
2021Rare low head model bluebill hen, Mason Decoy Factory,See Sold Price
Sold
Greenwing teal, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan, 1st quarter 20th century.: Greenwing teal, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan, 1st quarter 20th century. Standard grade glass eye model. Measures 12" long. Notes: Decoy
2022Greenwing teal, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan, 1st quarter 20th century.See Sold Price
Sold
Bluewing teal, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan, 1st quarter 20th century.: Bluewing teal, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan, 1st quarter 20th century. Early challenge grade with upswept bill carving. Loy Harrell Jr. ink stamp on the underside. Measures 11.5" long. Notes
2022Bluewing teal, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan, 1st quarter 20th century.See Sold Price
Sold
Hollow Challenge-Grade Mallard Pair, Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924): Hollow Challenge-Grade Mallard Pair Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI, c. 1910 16 1/4 in. long A rare pair of hollow Challenge-Grade mallards, the hen has been twice struck with a "D" brand.
2022Hollow Challenge-Grade Mallard Pair, Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924)See Sold Price
Sold
Strong bluewing teal drake, Mason Decoy Factory,: Strong bluewing teal drake, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan, circa 1900. Rare slightly turned head. Good feather painting. 12" long.
2021Strong bluewing teal drake, Mason Decoy Factory,See Sold Price
Sold
Rare Bufflehead Hen Decoy by Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924): Rare Bufflehead Hen Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI, c. 1910 12 1/2 in. long A rare premier-grade bufflehead hen in its untouched hunting condition. Original paint with gunning wear, inclu
2023Rare Bufflehead Hen Decoy by Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924)See Sold Price
Sold
Greenwing teal hen, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan, 1st quarter 20th century.: Greenwing teal hen, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan, 1st quarter 20th century. Hollow carved premier grade with relief bill carving and glass eyes. "Taylor" branded in to the underside. Measure
2022Greenwing teal hen, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan, 1st quarter 20th century.See Sold Price
Sold
Canvasback hen, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan,: Canvasback hen, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan, 1st quarter 20th century. Hollow premier grade with "J.B.F." and "W.R.L." branded in underside. 16" long.
2021Canvasback hen, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan,See Sold Price

Related Decoys

Mason's Decoy Factory Decoy (Detroit, MI): Decoy by Mason's Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan. Stamped to bottom with Makers mark and dated 1982. Stamped "Mason Premier". 19" long
Jun 06, 2024Mason's Decoy Factory Decoy (Detroit, MI)
$50
Mason's Decoy Factory Decoy (Detroit, MI): Decoy by Mason's Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan. Stamped to bottom with Makers mark and dated 1982. Stamped "Mason Premier". 19" long
Jun 06, 2024Mason's Decoy Factory Decoy (Detroit, MI)
$50
Pair of Willet Decoys: Pair of Willet Decoys 15 in. long A large pair of willet in the style of Charles Thomas from Assinippi, Massachusetts. Appear to be original paint with touch-up to filled cracks in undersides. Size 15
Pair of Willet Decoys
$100
Carved and painted Mallard Drake black duck,: possibly Mason Factory, Detroit, MI, glass eyes, early 20th century. 7" high, 15 1/2" long, original paint, crack to body.
20 hrs LeftCarved and painted Mallard Drake black duck,
$50
Pintail Decoy from the Tule Lake Decoy Co., Sacramento, CA: Pintail Decoy Tule Lake Decoy Co. Sacramento, CA, c. 1920 16 1/2 in. long Operated by Hugh Woodward (1889-1948), Tule Lake was the most renowned decoy factory on the Pacific Coast. Woodward put his pr
Pintail Decoy from the Tule Lake Decoy Co., Sacramento, CA
$200
Green-Winged Teal Decoy by Scott Cork Decoy Company (1927-1954) Oakland, CA: Green-Winged Teal Decoy Scott Cork Decoy Company (1927-1954) Oakland, CA, c. 1930 12 in. long Reece Scott (1871-1955) founded this company which specialized in the fabrication of cork-stuffed canvas d
Green-Winged Teal Decoy by Scott Cork Decoy Company (1927-1954) Oakland, CA
$150
The Bird Factory Semipalmated Plover Decoy: 6" by 5 3/4" by 2 1/2".
7 days LeftThe Bird Factory Semipalmated Plover Decoy
$10
Glass-Eye Wigeon Drake Decoy by J. M. Hays Factory, Jefferson City, MO: Glass-Eye Wigeon Drake Decoy J. M. Hays Factory Jefferson City, MO, c. 1930 14 1/2 in. long A rare baldpate with a bright breast. Original paint with moderate gunning wear, some glue to tight crack al
Glass-Eye Wigeon Drake Decoy by J. M. Hays Factory, Jefferson City, MO
$750
Three Shorebird Decoys: Three Shorebird Decoys c. 1900 12 in. long A trio of shorebirds: plover, willet, and yellowlegs. As found with mostly old paint, heavy gunning wear, and replaced bills. Provenance: Estate of Malcolm M
Three Shorebird Decoys
$500
Eight Decoys, including three Wildfowlers: Eight Decoys largest is 17 in. long A group including three Wildfowlers: canvasback, mallard drake, and bluebill. There is also a Mason-type canvasback and mallard. There is a bluebill pair and an ove
Eight Decoys, including three Wildfowlers
$50
Mark McNair Decoy (Craddockville, VA): Decoy by Mark McNair, Craddockville, VA. Stamped to bottom M. McNair. 15" Long
Jun 06, 2024Mark McNair Decoy (Craddockville, VA)
$1,500
Wooden duck decoy, tin sign and hunting license: Carved wooden duck has glass eyes and marked white on bottom, hunting license range from 1937 to 1959 includes PA and OH licenses. Tin hunting sign is 12x9
3 days LeftWooden duck decoy, tin sign and hunting license
$45
Mark McNair Decoy (Craddockville, VA): Decoy by Mark McNair, Craddockville, VA. Stamped to bottom M. McNair. 22 1/2" Long
Jun 06, 2024Mark McNair Decoy (Craddockville, VA)
$1,400
Severn Hall Decoy (1947): Decoy by Severn Hall decoy. Signed to bottom Severn Hall 1947. 12 1/2" Long.
Jun 06, 2024Severn Hall Decoy (1947)
$70
R. Madison Mitchell Decoy (Havre de Grace, Maryland) : Decoy by R. Madison Mitchell, Havre de Grace, Maryland. Signed to bottom with artist signature and dated 1984. 15" Long
Jun 06, 2024R. Madison Mitchell Decoy (Havre de Grace, Maryland)
$50
J. Daddy Holly Decoy (Havre de Grace, Maryland): Decoy by J. Daddy Holly, Havre de Grace, Maryland.
Jun 06, 2024J. Daddy Holly Decoy (Havre de Grace, Maryland)
$190

More Items in Decoys

View More
14pc. Lot of Ice Fishing Decoys biggest - 3 3/4"H, 5" x 14": 14pc. Lot of Ice Fishing Decoys biggest - 3 3/4"H, 5" x 14"
20 hrs Left14pc. Lot of Ice Fishing Decoys biggest - 3 3/4"H, 5" x 14"
$200
(4) carved shore birds. To include two curlews,: carved and painted, 16 1/2" and 17" high, 7 1/2" to 15" wide. Two yellow legs with unusual burl root bases, 13 3/4" to 14 1/4" high, 9" to 9 1/2" wide. All measured with the stands.
20 hrs Left(4) carved shore birds. To include two curlews,
$175
William "Bill" Veasey (1932-2022) Clapper Rail shore bird: carved sculpture, 7 1/2" high, 15 1/4" long, 11" deep. Life-like carved and painted sculpture on natural hard wood base, signed on base. Shows chip to one feather.
20 hrs LeftWilliam "Bill" Veasey (1932-2022) Clapper Rail shore bird
$175
J. Daddy Holly Decoy (Havre de Grace, Maryland): Decoy by J. Daddy Holly, Havre de Grace, Maryland.
Jun 06, 2024J. Daddy Holly Decoy (Havre de Grace, Maryland)
$190
(2) carved wooden golden eye decoys Drake and Hen,: circa 1930, slight loss to neck, 7" high, 13" long. One has 2 eyes missing and paint loss. The other has a crack to neck. Age appropriate wear. Both are stamped on the bottom R. S. Whitney, Dedham, MA
20 hrs Left(2) carved wooden golden eye decoys Drake and Hen,
$200
C 1940 FULL SIZE DECOY BLACK DUCK IN SLEEPING POSITION: C 1940 FULL SIZE DECOY BLACK DUCK IN SLEEPING POSITION 14 3/8” LONG ORIGINAL PAINT
21 hrs LeftC 1940 FULL SIZE DECOY BLACK DUCK IN SLEEPING POSITION
$150
(2) carved wooden golden eye decoys Drake and Hen,: circa 1930, 7" high, 13" long, 5" to 5 1/2" wide. Original worn painted finish, one shows crack, both stamped R. S. Whitney, Dedham, MA. Formerly attributed to Shorty Burr, Hingham, MA.
20 hrs Left(2) carved wooden golden eye decoys Drake and Hen,
$200
2pc. Lot of Painted Wooden Duck Decoys 8 3/4"H, 15 7/8" x 6 5/8" / 6 7/8"H, 13 3/8" x 5 7/8": 2pc. Lot of Painted Wooden Duck Decoys 8 3/4"H, 15 7/8" x 6 5/8" / 6 7/8"H, 13 3/8" x 5 7/8"
20 hrs Left2pc. Lot of Painted Wooden Duck Decoys 8 3/4"H, 15 7/8" x 6 5/8" / 6 7/8"H, 13 3/8" x 5 7/8"
$75
Mark McNair Decoy (Craddockville, VA): Decoy by Mark McNair, Craddockville, VA. Stamped to bottom M. McNair. 15" Long
Jun 06, 2024Mark McNair Decoy (Craddockville, VA)
$1,500
Vintage Duck Decoy Mkd H.P. 6 1/2"H X 16 1/2"L X 5 3/4"W: Vintage Duck Decoy Mkd H.P. 6 1/2"H X 16 1/2"L X 5 3/4"W
1 day LeftVintage Duck Decoy Mkd H.P. 6 1/2"H X 16 1/2"L X 5 3/4"W
$50
Brant carved decoy, Virginia body with a Maine or: Canadian maritime head, early 20th century, old painted surface, 9" high, 19 1/2" long, 6 1/2" wide, some cracking, horseshoe weighted base. Age appropriate wear.
20 hrs LeftBrant carved decoy, Virginia body with a Maine or
$70
Carved crow decoy, Illinois River, worn painted: finish, glass eyes, missing partial beak, on iron rod and wooden base, 18 1/2" high, 13" long, early 20th century, cracking to body.
20 hrs LeftCarved crow decoy, Illinois River, worn painted
$70
Maine carved scoter or eider sea duck, probably: Cape Elizabeth, circa 1900, original finish with age appropriate wear. Tack eyes. 8" high 17 1/2" long, 8" wide.
20 hrs LeftMaine carved scoter or eider sea duck, probably
$70
(2) carved and painted decoys by Holger Smith,: Fairhaven Road, Mattapoisett, dated 1973, to include a Red Head Drake and a Red Head Hen. Both signed on bottom. Each 7" high, 13 to 14" long. Excellent condition.
20 hrs Left(2) carved and painted decoys by Holger Smith,
$150
Wooden duck decoy, tin sign and hunting license: Carved wooden duck has glass eyes and marked white on bottom, hunting license range from 1937 to 1959 includes PA and OH licenses. Tin hunting sign is 12x9
3 days LeftWooden duck decoy, tin sign and hunting license
$45
Mark McNair Decoy (Craddockville, VA): Decoy by Mark McNair, Craddockville, VA. Stamped to bottom M. McNair. 22 1/2" Long
Jun 06, 2024Mark McNair Decoy (Craddockville, VA)
$1,400

Recommended Sports Equipment

View More
Large Victorian Taxidermy Bird Aviary: Large Victorian Taxidermy Aviary with 12 colorful birds to include parrot. Overall good condition.
May 19, 2024Large Victorian Taxidermy Bird Aviary
$1,150
LOT ASSORTED FISHING RODS, FLY TYING SUPPLIES & TACKLE: LOT ASSORTED FISHING RODS, FLY TYING SUPPLIES & TACKLE, C. 1960/80
May 18, 2024LOT ASSORTED FISHING RODS, FLY TYING SUPPLIES & TACKLE
$160
14pc. Lot of Ice Fishing Decoys biggest - 3 3/4"H, 5" x 14": 14pc. Lot of Ice Fishing Decoys biggest - 3 3/4"H, 5" x 14"
20 hrs Left14pc. Lot of Ice Fishing Decoys biggest - 3 3/4"H, 5" x 14"
$200
(4) carved shore birds. To include two curlews,: carved and painted, 16 1/2" and 17" high, 7 1/2" to 15" wide. Two yellow legs with unusual burl root bases, 13 3/4" to 14 1/4" high, 9" to 9 1/2" wide. All measured with the stands.
20 hrs Left(4) carved shore birds. To include two curlews,
$175
William "Bill" Veasey (1932-2022) Clapper Rail shore bird: carved sculpture, 7 1/2" high, 15 1/4" long, 11" deep. Life-like carved and painted sculpture on natural hard wood base, signed on base. Shows chip to one feather.
20 hrs LeftWilliam "Bill" Veasey (1932-2022) Clapper Rail shore bird
$175
J. Daddy Holly Decoy (Havre de Grace, Maryland): Decoy by J. Daddy Holly, Havre de Grace, Maryland.
Jun 06, 2024J. Daddy Holly Decoy (Havre de Grace, Maryland)
$190
(2) carved wooden golden eye decoys Drake and Hen,: circa 1930, slight loss to neck, 7" high, 13" long. One has 2 eyes missing and paint loss. The other has a crack to neck. Age appropriate wear. Both are stamped on the bottom R. S. Whitney, Dedham, MA
20 hrs Left(2) carved wooden golden eye decoys Drake and Hen,
$200
C 1940 FULL SIZE DECOY BLACK DUCK IN SLEEPING POSITION: C 1940 FULL SIZE DECOY BLACK DUCK IN SLEEPING POSITION 14 3/8” LONG ORIGINAL PAINT
21 hrs LeftC 1940 FULL SIZE DECOY BLACK DUCK IN SLEEPING POSITION
$150
Theora Hamblett, "Two Girls Roller Skating" 1968: Theora Hamblett (1895-1977) "Two Girls Roller Skating" 1968, Oil on Canvas Painting, signed and dated lower right, "T. Hamblett 68." The painting measures 16" X 20" and is framed in a Circa 1900 oak a
May 18, 2024Theora Hamblett, "Two Girls Roller Skating" 1968
$975
(2) carved wooden golden eye decoys Drake and Hen,: circa 1930, 7" high, 13" long, 5" to 5 1/2" wide. Original worn painted finish, one shows crack, both stamped R. S. Whitney, Dedham, MA. Formerly attributed to Shorty Burr, Hingham, MA.
20 hrs Left(2) carved wooden golden eye decoys Drake and Hen,
$200
2pc. Lot of Painted Wooden Duck Decoys 8 3/4"H, 15 7/8" x 6 5/8" / 6 7/8"H, 13 3/8" x 5 7/8": 2pc. Lot of Painted Wooden Duck Decoys 8 3/4"H, 15 7/8" x 6 5/8" / 6 7/8"H, 13 3/8" x 5 7/8"
20 hrs Left2pc. Lot of Painted Wooden Duck Decoys 8 3/4"H, 15 7/8" x 6 5/8" / 6 7/8"H, 13 3/8" x 5 7/8"
$75
Mark McNair Decoy (Craddockville, VA): Decoy by Mark McNair, Craddockville, VA. Stamped to bottom M. McNair. 15" Long
Jun 06, 2024Mark McNair Decoy (Craddockville, VA)
$1,500
Vintage Duck Decoy Mkd H.P. 6 1/2"H X 16 1/2"L X 5 3/4"W: Vintage Duck Decoy Mkd H.P. 6 1/2"H X 16 1/2"L X 5 3/4"W
1 day LeftVintage Duck Decoy Mkd H.P. 6 1/2"H X 16 1/2"L X 5 3/4"W
$50
Brant carved decoy, Virginia body with a Maine or: Canadian maritime head, early 20th century, old painted surface, 9" high, 19 1/2" long, 6 1/2" wide, some cracking, horseshoe weighted base. Age appropriate wear.
20 hrs LeftBrant carved decoy, Virginia body with a Maine or
$70
Carved crow decoy, Illinois River, worn painted: finish, glass eyes, missing partial beak, on iron rod and wooden base, 18 1/2" high, 13" long, early 20th century, cracking to body.
20 hrs LeftCarved crow decoy, Illinois River, worn painted
$70
Maine carved scoter or eider sea duck, probably: Cape Elizabeth, circa 1900, original finish with age appropriate wear. Tack eyes. 8" high 17 1/2" long, 8" wide.
20 hrs LeftMaine carved scoter or eider sea duck, probably
$70
item-172689210=1
item-172689210=2
item-172689210=5
Willet by the Mason Decoy Factory
Willet by the Mason Decoy Factory
Item Details
Description
An 11 1/2 inch Willet shorebird decoy by the Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924), Detroit, MI. In winter plumage, with original eyes and bill. In old in-use repaint, gunning wear and shot
Condition
scars.
Buyer's Premium
  • 20% up to $20.00
  • 20% up to $10,000.00
  • 15% above $10,000.00

Willet by the Mason Decoy Factory

Estimate $400 - $800
See Sold Price
Starting Price $100
Sell a Similar Item
10 bidders are watching this item.
Shipping & Pickup Options
Item located in Sandwich, MA, us
See Policy for Shipping
Local Pickup Available
Payment
Accepts seamless payments through LiveAuctioneers
Charles Street Auction

Charles Street Auction

Sandwich, MA, United States
12 Reviews
108 Followers
Auction Curated By
Jim Parker
a collector, carver and decoy historian with 40+ years of experience

Related Searches

Price Results
Auctions in Massachusetts
TOP