Mark McNair Early Shorebird Pair

Mark S. McNair (b. 1950) Craddockville, VA, c. 1972 9 in. long

An exceedingly early McNair pair from his first year of carving in Connecticut. One carving is in a preening pose and both are carved from a one-and-one-half-inch board. This pair was acquired by the late Marguerite Riordan, a legendary antiques dealer from Connecticut. Each has a small "M" stamped on the underside. Original paint with heavy original wear.

Provenance: Marguerite Riordan Collection Private Collection

Provenance

Marguerite Riordan Collection Private Collection