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Jonas Sprague Exceedingly Rare Black-bellied Plover
Capt. Jonas Sprague Beach Haven, NJ, c. 1900
$1,560
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $500–$800over estimate
Sold 16 Feb 2019at The Winter Sale 2019 — Copley
SpeciesPloverSize9.5"ConditionExcellentPaintOriginal
The catalog record
Capt. Jonas Sprague Beach Haven, NJ, c. 1900 9 1/2 in. long
This marks the first time this decoy has ever been offered at auction. Excellent original paint with minimal wear.
Provenance: Richard Mueller Collection L. H. LaMotte Collection Private Collection, by descent from the above
Literature: James R. Doherty, "Classic New Jersey Decoys," Louisville, KY, 2011, p. 169, pl. 359, related example illustrated.
Provenance
Richard Mueller Collection L. H. LaMotte Collection Private Collection, by descent from the above
Comparable sales
The 2 most recent Jonas Sprague Plovers to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2021 | — | Original | $900 |
| 23 Jul 2020 | Excellent | Original | $780 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Jonas Sprague sales