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Frank Finney Life-size Kingfisher With Minnow
Frank S. Finney (b. 1947) Capeville, VA, c. 2000
$2,760
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $700–$1,000over estimate
Sold Feb 2024at Copley, February 2024
SpeciesSongbirdPaintOriginalFormDecorative
The catalog record
Frank S. Finney (b. 1947) Capeville, VA, c. 2000 6 in. tall
Incised on the side with the maker’s serifed "F.” This carving was inspired by early master carver Elmer Crowell. Original paint with light wear and loss to minnow's caudal fin.
Provenance: Kirby Roberts Collection
Provenance
Kirby Roberts Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Frank Finney Songbirds to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $2,760 |
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $2,160 |
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $1,320 |
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $750 |
| 24 Jul 2026 | Excellent | Original | $2,100 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Frank Finney sales