Makers / Mason Decoy Factory / Curlew
Mason Decoy Factory Curlew
Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924), Detroit, Michigan
$63,000
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $30,000–$50,000over estimate
Sold Jul 2024at Guyette & Deeter July 2024 Decoy & Sporting Art Auction
SpeciesCurlewSize16.5"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
Exceedingly rare special order curlew. Modeled after curlews by William Bowman of Long Island, with deep relief wing carving and raised wingtips. Glass eyes and long iron bill. Measures 16.5” long.
Provenance
Henry Chitwood collection. Alan and Elaine Haid collection.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Mason Decoy Factory Curlew to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $2,100 |
| Dec 2025 | — | Original | $2,280 |
| Apr 2025 | — | Original | $28,800 |
| Jul 2024 | — | Original | $8,400 |
| Apr 2024 | Excellent | Original | $31,200 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Mason Decoy Factory sales