Lombard C. Jones Rig Turned-head Yellowlegs

Dr. Lombard C. Jones Rig Sandwich, MA, c. 1900 7 1/2 in. long

With its head sharply turned almost ninety degrees, this refined decoy is from the rig of Dr. Lombard C. Jones. Jones was a sportsman, accomplished relic collector, beloved country doctor, and early Crowell patron. This rare turned-head form was likely influenced by the Chipman family's turned-head shorebirds that were also gunned in Sandwich's Old Harbor. Old paint with gunning wear and a replaced bill.

Provenance: Dr. Lombard C. Jones Rig Peter Brams Collection Private Collection

Provenance

Dr. Lombard C. Jones Rig Peter Brams Collection Private Collection