Makers / Thomas Gelston / Sandpiper/Peep
Thomas Gelston Rare Cork Dunlin
Thomas H. Gelston (1851-1924) Quogue, Long Island, NY, c. 1900
$360
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $600–$900under estimate
Sold Jul 2025at Copley, July 2025
SpeciesSandpiper/PeepSize11.5"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
Thomas H. Gelston (1851-1924) Quogue, Long Island, NY, c. 1900 11 1/2 in. long
A rare dunlin carved from cork with a supporting nail in its tail. Strong original paint with gunning wear, including light paint loss to tail and bill. Original indentation to right side.
Comparable sales
The 3 most recent Thomas Gelston Sandpiper/Peeps to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | — | Original | $720 |
| 25 Jul 2019 | — | Original | $300 |
| Jul 2018 | — | — | $360 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Thomas Gelston sales