Makers / Ira Hudson / Pintail
Ira Hudson Pintail Drake
Ira D. Hudson (1873-1949) Chincoteague, VA, c. 1920
$540
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $200–$400over estimate
Sold 24 Jul 2016at The Sporting Sale 2016 — Copley
SpeciesPintailConfigDrakePaintRepaint
The catalog record
Ira D. Hudson (1873-1949) Chincoteague, VA, c. 1920 Mackey Collection stamp on underside. Worn in-use repaint with heavy gunning wear and a crack in the neck and body.
Provenance: William J. Mackey, Jr. Collection Private Collection
Literature: Richard A. Bourne Co. Inc., "Very Rare and Important American Bird Decoys from the Collection of the late William J. Mackey, Jr., of Belford, New Jersey," Hyannis, MA, Session IV, August 20, 1974, lot 107, exact bird illustrated.
Provenance
William J. Mackey, Jr. Collection Private Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Ira Hudson Pintails to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Jul 2026 | — | Original | $42,000 |
| 24 Jul 2026 | — | Original | $3,600 |
| 23 Apr 2026 | Mint | — | $48,000 |
| 6 Mar 2026 | — | Repaint | $870 |
| 14 Feb 2026 | Excellent | Repaint | $2,160 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Ira Hudson sales