Makers / William H. Southard / Shorebird (other)

William H. Southard Robin Snipe

William H. Southard (1874-1940) Seaford, Long Island, NY, c. 1880

$3,600
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $5,000–$7,000under estimate
Sold Jul 2025at Copley, July 2025

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SpeciesShorebird (other)Size11.5"

The catalog record

William H. Southard (1874-1940) Seaford, Long Island, NY, c. 1880 11 1/2 in. long

A very rare Southard species with good carving detail, including the Seaford School's signature sweeping wing pattern. A mix of original paint with repaint and gunning wear, including shot scars.

Comparable sales

The 2 most recent William H. Southard other shorebirds to cross the block.

SoldConditionPaintBrought
15 Feb 2020——$5,400
Jul 2012—Original$2,185

Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All William H. Southard sales