Ira Hudson Bluebill Pair
Ira D. Hudson (1873-1949) Chincoteague, VA, c. 1930
The catalog record
Ira D. Hudson (1873-1949) Chincoteague, VA, c. 1930 13 1/2 in. long
A bold and exemplary bluebill pair with expressive head carving and fluted "banjo" tails. Each grand body was made with two-piece vertical seam construction and finished with deep shoulder carving. Original paint with even gunning wear.
Literature: Henry A. Fleckenstein Jr., "Southern Decoys of Virginia and The Carolinas," Exton, PA, 1983, p. 64, exact pair illustrated. Henry A. Fleckenstein Jr., "Decoys of the Mid-Atlantic Region," Exton, PA, 1979, p. 195 (bottom pair), exact decoys illustrated.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Ira Hudson Scaup/Bluebills to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct 2026 | — | — | $360 |
| 3 Oct 2026 | — | Repaint | $1,020 |
| 3 Oct 2026 | Good | Repaint | $510 |
| 1 Oct 2026 | — | Repaint | $210 |
| 10 Sep 2026 | — | Original | $2,400 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Ira Hudson sales