![Rare Pinch-Breast Broadbill Decoy by The Ward Brothers: Rare Pinch-Breast Broadbill The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976) Crisfield, MD, c. 1930 An early pinch-breast decoy with a high and turned head with a thin bill. The body ha](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1397/333717/180284930_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718653297)
Vintage Sports Equipment
![Rare Pinch-Breast Broadbill Decoy by The Ward Brothers: Rare Pinch-Breast Broadbill The Ward Brothers Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976) Crisfield, MD, c. 1930 An early pinch-breast decoy with a high and turned head with a thin bill. The body ha](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1397/333717/180284930_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718653297)
![Rare Long-Body Canvasback Pair by Thomas Chambers (1860-1948): Rare Long-Body Canvasback Pair Thomas Chambers (1860-1948) Wallaceburg, Ontario, Canada, c. 1915 17 1/4 in. long A rigmate pair featuring the maker's finest comb painting and elegant carving in his hi](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1397/333693/180279386_3_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718653588)
![Early and Exceptional Three-Piece Mallard Decoy by Charles H. Perdew (1874-1963): Early and Exceptional Three-Piece Mallard Charles H. Perdew (1874-1963) and Edna Perdew (1882-1974) Henry, IL 17 in. long This decoy was a rig-find by the Proudfoot family and is one of the finest Per](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1397/333717/180284947_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718653297)
![The Norman "Minnow Chaser" Mallard Decoy: The Norman "Minnow Chaser" Mallard Gulf Coast, c. 1920 21 in. long This singular decoy has become an icon within the collecting community as the model for Hank Norman's logo. The bird was discovered i](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1397/333693/180279385_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718648371)
![The Chambers Deming-Seitz Canada Goose Decoy by Thomas Chambers (1860-1948): The Chambers Deming-Seitz Canada Goose Thomas Chambers (1860-1948) Wallaceburg, Ontario, Canada, c. 1915 22 in. long Thomas Chambers (1860-1948) was born in Toronto, Ontario. He hunted ducks and geese](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1397/333693/180279387_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718648371)
![Outstanding White-Winged Scoter Decoy by A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952): Outstanding White-Winged Scoter A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) East Harwich, MA, c. 1915 17 in. long This is perhaps the finest known scoter decoy by Crowell. All Crowell scoters are rare, this unrigged](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1397/333717/180284968_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718653297)
![The Chace Crowell Curlew by A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952): The Chace Crowell Curlew A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) East Harwich, MA, c. 1922 12 1/4 in. tall A rare and early shorebird mantle carving in a stately upright pose with a turned head. Chace acquired t](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1397/333693/180279348_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718648371)
![The Hardy-Chace Crowell Golden Plover by A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952): The Hardy-Chace Crowell Golden Plover A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) East Harwich, MA, c. 1912 10 in. tall This early plover, with its elegant form, elaborate paint, and strong provenance, is one of Cro](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1397/333693/180279347_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718648371)
![Taxidermy: a pair of common redstarts and pair of black redstarts,: Taxidermy: a pair of common redstarts and pair of black redstarts, Phoenicurus phoenicurus and Phoenicurus ochruros, in a naturalistic setting, on boulders and a bush, no label, 60.5cm wide 20.5cm dee](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1782/334037/180491816_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718958120)
![Five painted decoy ducks, 20th century,: Five painted decoy ducks, 20th century, one, with base weight, incised 'FS' and signed by 'Paul Gibson' to underside 39cm; another marked 'Ellery Clark Collection' 33cm; a 'Carry-Lite' composition duc](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/503/333109/179824591_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718267767)
![Taxidermy: a short-eared owl,: Taxidermy: a short-eared owl, Asio flammeus, by J Cooper & Sons, in a bow-front case with a gilt border, with a naturalistic setting and a painted back, with label ‘Preserved by J Cooper & Sons](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1782/334037/180491824_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718958120)
![LeMax skating pond with figures and lots of extra winter items: LeMax skating pond with porcelain figures and lots of extra porcelain winter items. Trees, lamp posts, gas pumps, carolers and more. Some made in China plastic winter trees. One figure and one base, d](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8001/333585/180198325_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718460178)
![Folk Art Birch Bark Rooster or Chicken Display Faux Taxidermy Style: Folk Art Birch Bark Rooster or Chicken Display Faux Taxidermy Style](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6491/333653/180603475_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719085654)
![Elephant Foot Stool w/Elephant Hide Cushion TAXIDERMY: Approx 20"Lx15"Wx16"T](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7854/334057/180499046_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718983561)
![Three Duck Decoys: One carved wood and painted brown duck without eyes, the underside carved with initials D.M.; a decorative decoy stained brown with carved initials C.V.M. underneath the tail; a carved and painted Mal](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6279/333420/180029432_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718385490)
![Wigeon Drake Decoy by Ian McNair (b. 1981): Wigeon Drake Ian McNair (b. 1981) Belle Haven, VA, 2024 16 in. long A hollow turned-head decoy from the maker's personal rig. Incised "I. McNair" on the underside. Original paint with light wear.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1397/333717/180285036_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718653297)
![a taxidermy piranha fish, a small bird, and a frog: 3 pieces; a taxidermy piranha fish (8.3"L), a small bird (4"H), and a frog (8"H)](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1465/333939/180481620_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718927652)
![4 Rhino Feet, Could be turned into canisters/ash trays/ect (ONE$) *TX RES ONLY* TAXIDERMY: TAXIDERMY](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7854/334057/180498987_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718983561)
![Lifesize Freestanding Racing Pigeon Bird Mount TAXIDERMY: TAXIDERMY](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7854/334057/180498855_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718983561)
![5 Carved Curlew Shore Bird Decoys: 5 Hand carved Curlew Decoys. Each are mounted on driftwood pieces. Unsigned.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8236/334229/180608259_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719091427)
![Upper Bay Bluebill Drake Duck Decoy: A vintage carved wood bluebill decoy with painted eyes. Unsigned. 11.5" long.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8236/334229/180608256_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719091427)
![Duck Decoy Mkd C 5"H X 12"L: Duck Decoy Mkd C 5"H X 12"L](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/326/333946/180442730_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718854120)
News about Vintage Sports Equipment
![Joe Namath jersey leads Grey Flannel Auctions lineup](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/56-1.jpg)
Joe Namath jersey leads Grey Flannel Auctions lineup
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – For more than 50 years, former professional sports equipment manager Herb Norman carefully stored away cherished mementos acquired while working for the New York Mets and Jets, including legendary quarterback Joe Namath’s 1965 rookie jersey. Norman’s career highlights include serving as the equipment manager for both the 1973 Mets World Series team […]
![Kobe Bryant items to star in Julien’s auction April 30](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/83956731_1_x.jpg)
Kobe Bryant items to star in Julien’s auction April 30
LOS ANGELES – Julien’s Auctions will present Sports Legends, an annual sports event taking place on Thursday, April 30, 2020. Among the highlights is a collection of items from Kobe Bryant, the basketball legend and 18-time All-Star who won five NBA championships with the Los Angeles Lakers. Absentee and Internet live bidding is available through […]
![Abstract painted rocks reflect Leon Polk Smith’s love of geometric forms](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/rocks-1-feature-1-1.jpg)
Abstract painted rocks reflect Leon Polk Smith’s love of geometric forms
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Among the impressive collection of American painter Leon Polk Smith’s work being offered at auction on March 13 are three unassuming items: simply hand-painted rocks.
![Maker of Louisville Slugger bats selling brand to Wilson](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/2015_0325_32550960_1_l.jpg)
Maker of Louisville Slugger bats selling brand to Wilson
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Over a century of family ownership of Louisville Slugger bats is going … going … nearly gone. The company that makes the iconic bats gripped by generations of ballplayers – from Babe Ruth to David Wright – announced a deal Monday to sell its Louisville Slugger brand to rival Wilson Sporting Goods […]