Harry V. Shourds Jeb Rig Redhead Drake

Harry V. Shourds (1861-1920) Tuckerton, NJ, c. 1890 14 3/4 in. long

This exemplary decoy was discovered by early New Jersey decoy collecting legends Lloyd Johnson and John Hillman. The underside bears the "JEB" brand that identifies this celebrated rig, along with four museum and collection markings. In addition to its impressive provenance and exhibition history, this exact bird was chosen for the "Hundred Greatest" book, and Doherty's "Classic New Jersey Decoys." This decoy was also the title feature of a painting and subsequent prints by Burton E. Moore Jr. (1945-2016). Excellent original paint with even gunning wear.

Provenance: JEB Rig Lloyd Johnson Collection Malcolm Fleming Collection Donald Kirson Collection

Literature: Loy S. Harrell Jr., "Decoys: North America’s One Hundred Greatest," Iola, WI, 2000, pp. 38-39, exact decoy illustrated. James R. Doherty, "Classic New Jersey Decoys," Louisville, KY, 2011, pp. 51 and 87, exact decoy illustrated.

Exhibited: Salisbury, Maryland, Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art.

Provenance

JEB Rig Lloyd Johnson Collection Malcolm Fleming Collection Donald Kirson Collection