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Gus Wilson White-winged Scoter
Augustus "Gus" Aaron Wilson (1864-1950) South Portland, ME, c. 1890
$1,680
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $2,500–$3,500under estimate
Sold 25 Jul 2019at The Sporting Sale 2019 — Copley
SpeciesScoterSize17"PaintRepaint
The catalog record
Augustus "Gus" Aaron Wilson (1864-1950) South Portland, ME, c. 1890 17 in. long
A Monhegan-Island-style white-winged scoter decoy, an inletted head, and raised wings. Stamped "ADELE EARNEST COLLECTION" on the underside. Mix of original and in-use repaint with gunning wear and tight age cracks in bottom and breast.
Provenance: Adele Earnest Collection Private Collection Dr. S. Lloyd Newberry Collection
Provenance
Adele Earnest Collection Private Collection Dr. S. Lloyd Newberry Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Gus Wilson Scoters to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | — | — | $3,900 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $1,140 |
| Mar 2026 | — | Repaint | $930 |
| Feb 2026 | — | Original | $3,900 |
| Jan 2026 | — | Repaint | $1,800 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Gus Wilson sales