Makers / Mark McNair / Dove
Mark McNair One-of-a-kind Passenger Pigeon Pair
Mark S. McNair (b. 1950) Craddockville, VA
$4,200
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $5,000–$8,000under estimate
Sold 15 Feb 2020at The Winter Sale 2020 — Copley
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The catalog record
Mark S. McNair (b. 1950) Craddockville, VA stump is 24 in. tall
According to the maker, these are the only passenger pigeons he has ever carved. Signed and dated "2018" in ink. On back, incised "McNair" on underside. Original paint and stand.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Mark McNair Doves to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $3,000 |
| 26 Jul 2025 | Excellent | Original | $1,800 |
| 2022 | — | — | $900 |
| 2022 | — | — | $825 |
| 2021 | — | — | $725 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Mark McNair sales