Makers / Mason Decoy Factory / Curlew
Mason Decoy Factory Curlew
Mason Decoy Factory (1889-1924), Detroit, Michigan
$28,800
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $15,000–$25,000over estimate
Sold Apr 2025at Guyette & Deeter April 2025 Decoy & Sporting Art Auction
SpeciesCurlewSize16.25"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
Early glass eye curlew with curved iron bill. Excellent paint detail. "CE Smith" in pencil on the underside. Measures 16.25" long.
Provenance
Peter and Diana Bennett collection.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Mason Decoy Factory Curlew to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $2,100 |
| Dec 2025 | — | Original | $2,280 |
| Jul 2024 | — | Original | $63,000 |
| Jul 2024 | — | Original | $8,400 |
| Apr 2024 | Excellent | Original | $31,200 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Mason Decoy Factory sales