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Harry V. Shourds Yellowlegs
Harry V. Shourds (1861-1920) Tuckerton, NJ, c. 1900
$1,320
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $1,000–$1,400
Sold 25 Jul 2019at The Sporting Sale 2019 — Copley
SpeciesYellowlegsSize10.5"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
Harry V. Shourds (1861-1920) Tuckerton, NJ, c. 1900 10 1/2 in. long
A yellowlegs decoy bearing the Hillman collection stamp on the underside. Original paint with gunning wear and an original scar on right side.
Provenance: John Hillman Collection Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection
Literature: James R. Doherty, "Classic New Jersey Decoys," Louisville, KY, 2011, p. 66, pl. 111 and 114, related examples illustrated.
Provenance
John Hillman Collection Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Harry V. Shourds Yellowlegs to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Oct 2026 | Good | Original | $186 |
| 11 Oct 2026 | Good | Original | $124 |
| 11 Oct 2026 | Good | Original | $124 |
| 11 Oct 2026 | Good | Original | $74 |
| 27 Aug 2026 | — | Original | $270 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Harry V. Shourds sales