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Harry V. Shourds Yellowlegs
Harry V. Shourds (1861-1920) Tuckerton, NJ, c. 1890
$7,800
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $8,000–$10,000under estimate
Sold 24 Jul 2016at The Sporting Sale 2016 — Copley
SpeciesYellowlegsPaintOriginal
The catalog record
Harry V. Shourds (1861-1920) Tuckerton, NJ, c. 1890 An excellent example with Shourds' most elaborate plumage application. Marked with conjoined "JF" and "JOE FRENCH" on underside. Original paint and bill with light gunning wear.
Provenance: Joe French Collection Private Collection
Literature: James R. Doherty, "Classic New Jersey Decoys," Louisville, KY, p. 66, plate 114, similar decoy illustrated.
Provenance
Joe French Collection Private Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Harry V. Shourds Yellowlegs to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Oct 2026 | Good | Original | $186 |
| 11 Oct 2026 | Good | Original | $124 |
| 11 Oct 2026 | Good | Original | $124 |
| 11 Oct 2026 | Good | Original | $74 |
| 27 Aug 2026 | — | Original | $270 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Harry V. Shourds sales