Joseph Lincoln Golden Plover

Joseph W. Lincoln (1859-1938) Accord, MA, c. 1900 This is one of the finest Joseph Lincoln shorebird to ever come to market. It is closely related to the yellowlegs illustrated on the back dust jacket of Waingrow's "American Wildfowl Decoys." Original paint and bill, with light gunning wear.

Provenance: Peter Brams Collection, acquired from Stephen B. O'Brien, Jr. Fine Arts, 2001 Private Collection, Maryland

Literature: Cap Vinal, "Joseph W. Lincoln," Rockland, MA, 2002, p. 63, similar bird illustrated. Donna Tonelli, "Top of the Line Hunting Collectibles," Atglen, PA, 1998, p. 90, similar decoys illustrated. Jeff Waingrow, "American Wildfowl Decoys," New York, NY, 1989, dust jacket, related example illustrated.

Provenance

Peter Brams Collection, acquired from Stephen B. O'Brien, Jr. Fine Arts, 2001 Private Collection, Maryland