Gus Wilson White-winged Scoter
Augustus Wilson (1864-1950) South Portland, ME, c. 1900
The catalog record
Augustus Wilson (1864-1950) South Portland, ME, c. 1900 With slightly turned reared-back head, carved eyes, nostrils, raised wings and inletted head.
In "rag and turpentine" working repaint, commonly seen on Wilson scoters. One side is lightly hit by shot, roughly a half-dozen hairline cracks in the wood, restoration to bill tip. , Augustus (1864-1950),
Provenance: Private Collection, New York
Literature: J. & S. Delph, New England Decoys, Exton, PA, pp. 24-29. Q. Colio, American Bird Decoys, Ephrata, PA, 1972, p. 31.
Provenance
Private Collection, New York
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Gus Wilson Scoters to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | — | — | $3,900 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $1,140 |
| Mar 2026 | — | Repaint | $930 |
| Feb 2026 | — | Original | $3,900 |
| Jan 2026 | — | Repaint | $1,800 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Gus Wilson sales