Makers / Mark McNair / Shorebird (other)
Mark McNair Tern
Mark S. McNair (b. 1950) Craddockville, VA, c. 1985
$1,020
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $600–$900over estimate
Sold 15 Feb 2020at The Winter Sale 2020 — Copley
SpeciesShorebird (other)Size16.5"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
Mark S. McNair (b. 1950) Craddockville, VA, c. 1985 16 1/2 in. long
A tern carving with applied sides and the maker's incised signature on the underside. Original paint with minimal wear. A wing tip repair is original to carving.
Provenance: Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection
Provenance
Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Mark McNair other shorebirds to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $810 |
| 26 Jul 2026 | Excellent | Original | $870 |
| 24 Jul 2026 | Excellent | Original | $2,100 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $2,760 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $2,520 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Mark McNair sales