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Harry V. Shourds Black-bellied Plover In Breeding Plumage
Harry V. Shourds (1861-1920) Tuckerton, NJ, c. 1890
$2,880
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $3,500–$4,500under estimate
Sold 16 Feb 2018at The Winter Sale 2018 — Copley
SpeciesPloverSize9.5"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
Harry V. Shourds (1861-1920) Tuckerton, NJ, c. 1890 9 1/2 in. long
A breeding plover with pronounced cheek carving. Original paint with light gunning wear and discoloration to knot in neck.
Provenance: Richard and Lynn Gove Collection
Literature: Robert Shaw, "Call to the Sky: The Decoy Collection of James M. McCleery, M.D.," Houston, TX, 1992, p. 59, similar example illustrated. James R. Doherty, "Classic New Jersey Decoys," Louisville, KY, 2011, p. 67, similar decoys illustrated.
Provenance
Richard and Lynn Gove Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Harry V. Shourds Plovers to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Oct 2026 | Good | Original | $149 |
| 11 Oct 2026 | Good | Original | $124 |
| 11 Oct 2026 | Good | Original | $124 |
| 16 Jul 2026 | Good | Original | $300 |
| Feb 2026 | — | Original | $5,700 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Harry V. Shourds sales