Lot 1067

COLLECTION (15) SHORE BIRD DECOYS - All late 20th c.,

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Nine Shorebird Decoys: Nine Shorebird Decoyslate 20th century, each carved and painted wood mounted to driftwood or wood discs, signatures include M.R. Waterman, David O'Neal, FW/MW, Gary W. Davis(?) and Roy L. White. Talle

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Waterfield & Son (VA), Three Shorebird Decoy Sculptures: Waterfield & Son (VA), Three Shorebird Decoy Sculptureslate 20th century, carved and painted wood birds with metal legs mounted to driftwood bases, all signed. Longest 23 in. From the Battle Family, R

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Flattie shorebird decoy with notched tail, original: Flattie shorebird decoy with notched tail, original paint, late 19th to early 20th century. 10"L. Very good condition.

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Signed and Dated Shorebird Carved Dunlin Decoy: Ca. Late 20thC. Signed and dated by Walt Ebersole. Fine original condition as shown with no breaks or repairs.

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Shorebird decoy with over paint and traces of original: Shorebird decoy with over paint and traces of original paint - carved tail feathers - late 19th to early 20th century - 11.5"L. Good condition.

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Willet shorebird decoy in original paint - shot marks: Willet shorebird decoy in original paint - shot marks on body - possibly a professionally replace beak - late 19th to early 20th century - 9"L.

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Shorebird decoy with shot marks - appears to retain: Shorebird decoy with shot marks - appears to retain original paint - good condition - late 19th to early 20th century - 11"L.

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Group of Eight Hand-Painted Shorebird Decoys: An assembled group of eight hand-painted shorebird decoys, 20th century-modern, makers to include Harry V. Shourds III, Carol Willey and others, together with a black crow decoy. Dimensions:Height of

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Shorebird Decoy, Early 20th C.: Shorebird decoy early 20th century. Provenance: From Wildfowler Decoys, Inc. (Quogue) and Peacock Point, Long Island estate. [7 inches]. Gunning wear; missing head.

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Early "Tinnie" Shorebird Decoy: Early "Tinnie" Shorebird Decoy Early 20thC Sheet Iron Bird: 6"H X 8 1/2"W X 2 5/8"D 16 1/2" H, on stand Great dry black & mustard paint, 2 piece formed, fine patina, crusty surfaces, mounted on tall t

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20th c Shore Bird Decoys: 0th c shore bird decoys (5 pcs), including shore bird stamped WEK (Will Kirkpatrick, Hudson, MA b. 1939), shore bird stamped Stevens (Samuel A Stevens 1917- 1998), 2 miniature shore birds signed in pe

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Two shorebird decoys, including: John Schmitt (American, 20th C.), shorebird standing on a square: Two shorebird decoys, including: John Schmitt (American, 20th C.), shorebird standing on a square cut piece of log with bark, glass eyes, signed and dated "1982" on bottom, 10" h.; Harry Monk (Massach

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Group of Don Bates Shorebird Decoys: Three carved and painted shorebird decoys by Don Bates (American, 20th century). Each on base, with stamped signature to underside. Tallest 21" ht. Bates' work was featured in Country Living Magazine.

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Three Shorebird Decoys by Don Bates: A group of three shorebird decoys by Don Bates (American, 20th century). A pair of white and one blue decoys, each on stands, marked to underside. Tallest ht. 8.5"

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Early 20th century Tin Shorebird Decoy: Early 20th century tin shorebird stick decoy in original worn paint. 10 1/2" high including stake. Bird is 12" long. All original-use wear condition. Please note that this lot has a confidential reser

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Shorebird Decoy: Primitive shorebird decoy. Carved wood with old paint. Mid 20th century. Condition: Wear and imperfections. L 26-1/4" .

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COLLECTION (15) SHORE BIRD DECOYS - All late 20th c.,

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COLLECTION (15) SHORE BIRD DECOYS - All late 20th c., in carved and painted wood, on driftwood or natural bases, some signed, with gift inscriptions, including: (2) Snipes & a Curlew by Richard Morgan; Mason's Curlew, Puffin & (2) Large Pipers stamped WEK, one dated 81; Curlew by H. Monk, 1983; others, ranging in size from 7" to 19" long. Good condition.