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Mason Decoy Factory Yellowlegs
Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI, c. 1910
$1,440
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $1,000–$2,000
Sold 25 Jul 2019at The Sporting Sale 2019 — Copley
SpeciesYellowlegsSize10.75"ConditionMintPaintOriginal
The catalog record
Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI, c. 1910 10 3/4 in. long
Near-mint original paint with minimal gunning wear, including one shot scar.
Provenance: John Hillman Collection Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection
Literature: Guyette and Schmidt, "Important Auction of Rare Waterfowl Decoys from the Collection of John Hillman, April 25 & 26, 1996," West Farmington, ME, 1996, lot 252, exact decoy illustrated.
Provenance
John Hillman Collection Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Mason Decoy Factory Yellowlegs to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sep 2026 | — | — | $900 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $3,000 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $2,700 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $1,200 |
| Jun 2026 | Good | Original | $1,800 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Mason Decoy Factory sales