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Mark McNair Early Preening Swan
Mark S. McNair (b. 1950) Craddockville, VA, 1975
SpeciesSwanPosePreenerSize28"PaintOriginalCarved1975
The catalog record
Mark S. McNair (b. 1950) Craddockville, VA, 1975 28 in. long
A rare and exceedingly early McNair decoy in a preening pose. This grand carving has a three-piece hollow body and a two-piece head. The underside bears an incised "M" signature. Original paint with wear.
Provenance: John R. Wierdsma Collection
Provenance
John R. Wierdsma Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Mark McNair Swans to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | — | Original | $60,000 |
| Feb 2026 | — | Original | $6,000 |
| Feb 2025 | — | Original | $9,000 |
| 9 Nov 2024 | Excellent | Original | $4,200 |
| Mar 2022 | — | Original | $2,520 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Mark McNair sales