Makers / Bill Gibian / Curlew
Bill Gibian Long-billed Curlew
William Gibian (b. 1946) Onancock, VA, c. 1980
$230
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $400–$600under estimate
Sold 21 Jan 2013at The Winter Sale 2013 — Copley
SpeciesCurlewPaintOriginal
The catalog record
William Gibian (b. 1946) Onancock, VA, c. 1980 A slightly over-sized carving displaying glass eyes, carved wing detail, and the maker's early "WG" signature. In original paint with sealer, some flaking from sap bleeding, and wear from handling including a loose head.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Bill Gibian Curlews to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Oct 2026 | Excellent | Original | $1,423 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $1,200 |
| Jun 2026 | — | Original | $750 |
| Apr 2026 | Excellent | — | $840 |
| Mar 2026 | Excellent | Original | $660 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Bill Gibian sales