The catalog record
Joe King (1835-1913) Manahawkin, NJ, c. 1870 An early hollow goose decoy with an ice groove and a relaxed swimming posture. The initials "DS" are incised in the bottom of the inletted weight. The goose is similar to another from the Captain Shaw rig from Atlantic City, New Jersey. The goose is also marked "GNG 172" for the Giberson Collection. A mixture of original paint and in-use repaint with a reset original bill and neck.
Provenance: Gary Giberson Collection, New Jersey
Literature: Henry A. Fleckenstein, Jr., "New Jersey Decoys," Exton, PA, 1983, p. 114, plate 242, similar decoy illustrated. Gary M. Guyette and Frank M. Schmidt Inc., The Hillman Collection: Rare Antique Waterfowl Decoys, West Farmington, ME, 1996, p 74B, Fig. 282E, similar decoy illustrated.
Provenance
Gary Giberson Collection, New Jersey
Comparable sales
The 2 most recent Joe King Canada Geese to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Feb 2020 | — | — | $1,140 |
| 16 Feb 2018 | — | — | $3,900 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Joe King sales