John Dilley Red Knot
John Dilley Quogue, Long Island, NY, c. 1890
The catalog record
John Dilley Quogue, Long Island, NY, c. 1890 9 3/4 in. long
Dilley carvings stand firmly as some of the most recognizable and sought-after shorebird decoys available. This red knot features clean lines and maintains warm tones on its breast and some feather paint on its back. Original paint with gunning wear and replaced bill. Very minor touch-up under bill and to small ding on left side of tail.
Provenance: Acquired at Julia Guyette auction, 1984 Private Collection, Connecticut Private Collection
Provenance
Acquired at Julia Guyette auction, 1984 Private Collection, Connecticut Private Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent John Dilley other shorebirds to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2021 | — | Original | $27,600 |
| 25 Jul 2019 | — | Original | $19,200 |
| Jul 2018 | — | Original | $9,000 |
| Jul 2018 | — | Original | $3,600 |
| Jul 2018 | — | Repaint | $900 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All John Dilley sales