Ed Snyder Sleeping Pintail Pair
Ed Snyder (1928-2011) Rio Vista, CA, c. 1970
The catalog record
Ed Snyder (1928-2011) Rio Vista, CA, c. 1970 16 in. long
This hollow pair has fine painted feather detail and the maker's signature on the inlayed bottom boards. Original paint with light wear.
Provenance: Richard and Dorothy Wheeler Collection, acquired from the maker
Literature: Michael R. Miller and Frederick W. Hanson, "Wildfowl Decoys of the Pacific Coast,” Portland, OR, 1989, p. 291, related carvings illustrated. Michael R. Miller, "Wildfowl Decoys of California,” Spokane, WA, 2015, p. 420, related carvings illustrated.
Provenance
Richard and Dorothy Wheeler Collection, acquired from the maker
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Ed Snyder Pintails to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2024 | — | Original | $600 |
| Feb 2024 | — | Original | $7,200 |
| Feb 2024 | — | Original | $2,400 |
| Feb 2023 | — | Original | $360 |
| 16 Jan 2012 | — | — | $575 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Ed Snyder sales