Makers / Mark McNair / Loon
Mark McNair Preening Loon
Mark S. McNair (b. 1950) Craddockville, VA, c. 1974
$1,035
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $1,200–$1,800under estimate
Sold Jul 2012at Copley, July 2012
SpeciesLoonPosePreenerPaintOriginalSignedyes
The catalog record
Mark S. McNair (b. 1950) Craddockville, VA, c. 1974 This early craving with stylized paint would go on to serve as a model for the maker’s loons in the following decades. Signed with a dedication by the artist on the underside. Original paint with light wear.
Provenance: Private Collection, California, acquired directly from the artist in 1975
Provenance
Private Collection, California, acquired directly from the artist in 1975
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Mark McNair Loons to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $12,000 |
| 24 Apr 2026 | Excellent | Original | $9,600 |
| Feb 2025 | — | Original | $4,200 |
| 9 Nov 2024 | Excellent | Original | $5,100 |
| 9 Nov 2024 | Excellent | Original | $2,400 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Mark McNair sales