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Mason Decoy Factory Turned-head Mourning Dove Pair
Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI, c. 1910
$2,160
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $3,000–$5,000under estimate
Sold Feb 2026at Copley, February 2026
SpeciesDoveConfigPairPoseTurned headSize10.5"PaintOriginalQuantity2
The catalog record
Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI, c. 1910 10 1/2 in. long
A rare pair of rigmate doves, each bird's head is turned slightly to the left in an engaging skyward gaze. This pair has glass eyes and very good Mason paint with colorful stippling and tight dotting. Strong original paint with light gunning wear. One has a tight original crack in the head.
Provenance: Henry Bishop Collection
Provenance
Henry Bishop Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Mason Decoy Factory Doves to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $1,800 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $960 |
| Jun 2026 | — | Original | $1,140 |
| Mar 2026 | — | Original | $1,200 |
| Feb 2026 | Mint | Original | $2,400 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Mason Decoy Factory sales