Makers / Harry V. Shourds / Curlew
Harry V. Shourds Curlew
Harry V. Shourds (1861-1920), Tuckerton, New Jersey.
$43,200
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $25,000–$35,000over estimate
Sold Jul 2024at Guyette & Deeter July 2024 Decoy & Sporting Art Auction
SpeciesCurlewSize12.75"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
Outstanding Hudsonian curlew. Mackey collection ink stamp on the underside. The decoy is identified with some of its history in green ink on underside. Measures 12.75” long.
Provenance
Provenance: Ash Milner rig. William J. Mackey Jr collection. Alan and Elaine Haid collection.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Harry V. Shourds Curlew to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Jul 2026 | — | Original | $2,400 |
| 27 Mar 2026 | — | Original | $1,680 |
| Nov 2025 | — | Original | $14,400 |
| 1 Aug 2024 | Excellent | Original | $540 |
| Aug 2023 | — | Original | $3,960 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Harry V. Shourds sales