$3,450
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $1,500–$2,500over estimate
Sold Jul 2008at Copley, July 2008
SpeciesLoonSignedyes
The catalog record
Mark McNair Craddockville, VA, c. 1975 A very early carving by the maker, the loon is in a fishing posture and shows an elegant feather pattern. Signed in pencil on bottom "M.S. McNair, Old Lyme". Minor rubs to bill, a few small dings, original coat of varnish.
Provenance: Collection of Robert McNair, the artist's father
Provenance
Collection of Robert McNair, the artist's father
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Mark McNair Loons to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $12,000 |
| 24 Apr 2026 | Excellent | Original | $9,600 |
| Feb 2025 | — | Original | $4,200 |
| 9 Nov 2024 | Excellent | Original | $5,100 |
| 9 Nov 2024 | Excellent | Original | $2,400 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Mark McNair sales