Makers / Harry V. Shourds / Red-breasted Merganser
Harry V. Shourds Red-breasted Merganser
Harry V. Shourds (1861-1920), Tuckerton, New Jersey.
$75,000
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $50,000–$80,000
Sold Jul 2024at Guyette & Deeter July 2024 Decoy & Sporting Art Auction
SpeciesRed-breasted MerganserConfigRigSize16.75"PaintOriginalSignedyes
The catalog record
Very rare red breasted merganser drake. Hollow carved with tack eyes and extended crest feathers. Inlet lead weight on the underside. From the ‘O’ rig with a small “O” stamped in the underside near weight. Measures 16.75” long.
Provenance
Provenance: Alan and Elaine Haid collection.
Comparable sales
The 2 most recent Harry V. Shourds Red-breasted Merganser to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Mar 2026 | — | Original | $270 |
| 6 Feb 2026 | Excellent | Original | $150 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Harry V. Shourds sales