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Thomas Gelston Cork Yellowlegs Pair
Thomas Gelston (1850-1924) Quogue, Long Island, NY, c. 1900
$480
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $300–$500
Sold 17 Feb 2017at The Winter Sale 2017 — Copley
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The catalog record
Thomas Gelston (1850-1924) Quogue, Long Island, NY, c. 1900 As found.
Literature: John M. Levinson and Somers G. Headley, "Shorebirds," Centreville, MD, 1991, p. 70, plate 5-12, similar decoy illustrated.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Thomas Gelston Yellowlegs to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $9,600 |
| Feb 2026 | — | Original | $4,800 |
| Jul 2024 | — | Original | $9,000 |
| Jul 2023 | — | Original | $300 |
| Feb 2021 | — | Original | $6,000 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Thomas Gelston sales