Makers / Mark McNair / Pintail
Mark McNair Stavis Pintail
Mark S. McNair (b. 1950) Craddockville, VA, c. 1991
$10,800
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $2,500–$3,500over estimate
Sold Jul 2025at Copley, July 2025
SpeciesPintailConfigDrakeSize23.5"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
Mark S. McNair (b. 1950) Craddockville, VA, c. 1991 23 1/2 in. long
A rare drake with raised wings and a very long sprig. This decoy was selected for Art Carter's "The Sporting Craftsmen" book. The underside of the hollow body bears an incised “McNair” signature, the date, and an incised "Stavis Collection." Original paint with light wear.
Provenance: The Barrie and Bernice Stavis Collection Private Collection, by descent from the above
Provenance
The Barrie and Bernice Stavis Collection Private Collection, by descent from the above
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Mark McNair Pintails to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Oct 2026 | — | — | $1,050 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $3,900 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $2,880 |
| Jul 2025 | — | Original | $6,600 |
| Jul 2025 | — | Original | $6,000 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Mark McNair sales