George Boyd Black-bellied Plover In Spring Plumage
George H. Boyd (1873-1941) Seabrook, NH, c. 1910
The catalog record
George H. Boyd (1873-1941) Seabrook, NH, c. 1910 11 in. long
An exemplary Boyd plover showing the cobbler's best spring plumage with tight feathering from head to tail. Excellent original paint with minimal wear.
Provenance: John Hillman Collection Dr. Peter J. Muller Jr. Collection, acquired from the above, 1973
Literature: Jim Cullen, "Finely Carved and Nicely Painted: The Life, Art and Decoys of George H. Boyd, Seabrook, NH, 1873-1941," Rye, NH, 2009, p. 22, closely related decoy illustrated.
Provenance
John Hillman Collection Dr. Peter J. Muller Jr. Collection, acquired from the above, 1973
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent George Boyd Plovers to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $480 |
| 26 Jun 2026 | — | Original | $3,120 |
| 25 Jun 2026 | — | Original | $3,840 |
| Apr 2026 | — | — | $1,800 |
| Apr 2026 | — | Original | $960 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All George Boyd sales