Makers / Mark McNair / Curlew
Mark McNair Long-billed Curlew #4
Mark McNair (b. 1950) Craddockville, VA, c. 2019
$7,800
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $2,000–$3,000over estimate
Sold Feb 2026at Copley, February 2026
SpeciesCurlewSize18"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
Mark McNair (b. 1950) Craddockville, VA, c. 2019 18 in. long
The carving's construction includes a mortise-and-tenon head and a hollow body secured with pegs. The head is slightly turned and the inside of the detachable head joint is marked with a matching "4." The underside of the carving bears an incised “McNair” signature. Original paint with light wear.
Provenance: Bruce and Rachel Roberts Collection
Provenance
Bruce and Rachel Roberts Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Mark McNair Curlews to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $990 |
| 30 Jul 2026 | Excellent | Original | $630 |
| 24 Jul 2026 | Excellent | Original | $1,500 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $10,200 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $9,000 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Mark McNair sales