$3,600
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $2,500–$3,500over estimate
Sold Feb 2023at Copley, February 2023
SpeciesLoonSize23"PaintOriginalCarved2004
The catalog record
Mark S. McNair (b. 1950) Craddockville, VA, 2004 23 in. long
A loon decoy with a snuggle head, raised wing tips, and excellent paint. The head has a lightly incised bill and eyes. Incised "M. S. McNair" on the bottom. Original paint with light wear.
Provenance: Harry and Judy Bextel Collection
Provenance
Harry and Judy Bextel Collection
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