Harry V. Shourds Redhead Drake
Harry V. Shourds (1861-1920) Tuckerton, NJ, c. 1880
The catalog record
Harry V. Shourds (1861-1920) Tuckerton, NJ, c. 1880 13 1/2 in. long
A classic early Barnegat Bay decoy with pronounced cheeks. It is rare to find Shourds redheads in original paint.
Strong original paint with small old chip to tip of tail and right edge of bill. Minor touch-up to hairline crack in neck.
Literature: Robert Shaw, "Call to the Sky: The Decoy Collection of James M. McCleery, M.D.," Houston, TX, 1992, p. 61, similar decoy illustrated. Henry A. Fleckenstein Jr., "New Jersey Decoys," Exton, PA, 1983, p. 37, plates XI and XII, similar decoys illustrated. James R. Doherty, "Classic New Jersey Decoys," Louisville, KY, 2011, pp. 49-51, similar decoys illustrated.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Harry V. Shourds Redheads to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct 2026 | — | — | $938 |
| Jul 2026 | Excellent | Original | $60,000 |
| 16 May 2024 | — | — | $450 |
| Apr 2024 | Excellent | Original | $33,000 |
| Feb 2024 | Excellent | Original | $22,200 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Harry V. Shourds sales