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Harry V. Shourds Yellowlegs
Harry V. Shourds (1861-1920) Tuckerton, NJ, c. 1890
$2,520
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $3,000–$4,000under estimate
Sold 25 Jul 2019at The Sporting Sale 2019 — Copley
SpeciesYellowlegsConfigRigSize10.25"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
Harry V. Shourds (1861-1920) Tuckerton, NJ, c. 1890 10 1/4 in. long
This decoy was found with a rig of six other shorebirds on Long Beach Island, New Jersey. Original paint with even gunning wear and a chip under the tail.
Provenance: Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection
Literature: James R. Doherty, "Classic New Jersey Decoys," Louisville, KY, 2011, p. 66, related examples illustrated.
Provenance
Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Harry V. Shourds Yellowlegs to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Oct 2026 | Good | Original | $186 |
| 11 Oct 2026 | Good | Original | $124 |
| 11 Oct 2026 | Good | Original | $124 |
| 11 Oct 2026 | Good | Original | $74 |
| 27 Aug 2026 | — | Original | $270 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Harry V. Shourds sales