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Joseph Lincoln Yellowlegs
Joseph W. Lincoln (1859-1938) Accord, MA, c. 1880
$1,265
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $400–$800over estimate
Sold Jul 2013at Copley, July 2013
SpeciesYellowlegsPaintOriginal
The catalog record
Joseph W. Lincoln (1859-1938) Accord, MA, c. 1880 A papier-mâché, tack-eyed, split-tailed shorebird decoy with a wooden bill. The underside bears the "J.B. French" collection stamp. Original paint with light gunning wear to include minor flaking and age lines.
Provenance: Joseph B. French Collection Mark R. Mahoney Collection
Literature: Cap Vinal, "Joseph W. Lincoln," Rockland, MA, 2002, pp. 65 and 68, similar decoys illustrated.
Provenance
Joseph B. French Collection Mark R. Mahoney Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Joseph Lincoln Yellowlegs to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $960 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $780 |
| Feb 2026 | — | Original | $4,800 |
| Feb 2026 | — | Original | $3,000 |
| Nov 2025 | — | Original | $1,080 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Joseph Lincoln sales