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Mason Decoy Factory Robin Snipe
Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI, c. 1910
$10,350
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $8,000–$12,000
Sold 16 Jan 2012at The Winter Sale 2012 — Copley
SpeciesShorebird (other)Size1"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI, c. 1910 In superb condition with rich color, this Mason "A-1" grade shorebird in spring plumage stands as one of the finest robin snipe or red knots by the maker ever offered. Outstanding original paint.
Provenance: Private Collection, Midwest
Literature: Russ J. Goldberger and Alan Haid, "Mason Decoys: A Pictorial Guide," Lewes, DE, 1993, p. 99, similar decoy illustrated
Provenance
Private Collection, Midwest
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Mason Decoy Factory other shorebirds to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep 2026 | — | Repaint | $510 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $6,000 |
| Jul 2026 | Excellent | Original | $5,400 |
| Jul 2026 | Excellent | Original | $3,600 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $3,000 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Mason Decoy Factory sales