Makers / Harry V. Shourds / Curlew
Harry V. Shourds Curlew
Harry V. Shourds (1861-1920) Tuckerton, NJ, c. 1890
$1,800
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $3,000–$5,000under estimate
Sold 24 Jul 2016at The Sporting Sale 2016 — Copley
SpeciesCurlewPaintOriginal
The catalog record
Harry V. Shourds (1861-1920) Tuckerton, NJ, c. 1890 Original paint with possible touch-up to back, gunning wear, a replaced bill, and age lines.
Literature: James R. Doherty, "Classic New Jersey Decoys," Louisville, KY, 2011, p. 69, plate 130, similar decoy illustrated.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Harry V. Shourds Curlews to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Jul 2026 | — | Original | $2,400 |
| 27 Mar 2026 | — | Original | $1,680 |
| Feb 2026 | — | Original | $10,800 |
| Nov 2025 | — | Original | $14,400 |
| 1 Aug 2024 | Excellent | Original | $540 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Harry V. Shourds sales