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Mason Decoy Factory Tack-eye Yellowlegs
Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI, c. 1910
$4,025
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $2,000–$4,000over estimate
Sold Jul 2009at Copley, July 2009
SpeciesYellowlegsConditionGoodPaintOriginal
The catalog record
Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI, c. 1910 Measuring 12 inches from bill to tail tip, this is a fine untouched example by the maker. In very good original paint with minimal gunning wear.
Provenance: William J. Butler, Jr. Collection
Literature: Henry A. Fleckenstein, Jr., Shorebird Decoys, Exton, PA, 1980, plates L and 37, exact bird illustrated.
Provenance
William J. Butler, Jr. Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Mason Decoy Factory Yellowlegs to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sep 2026 | — | — | $900 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $3,000 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $2,700 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $1,200 |
| Jun 2026 | Good | Original | $1,800 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Mason Decoy Factory sales