Joe King Mackey-mccleery King Red Knot
Joe King (1835-1913) Manahawkin, NJ, c. 1870
The catalog record
Joe King (1835-1913) Manahawkin, NJ, c. 1870 9 3/4 in. long
The underside of this early rarity is stamped for both the Mackey and McCleery collections. Appears to be original paint with heavy gunning wear, crack in head has been secured with two countersunk nails.
Provenance: William J. Mackey Jr. Collection James M. McCleery Collection The Johnson Collection
Literature: Sotheby's and Guyette and Schmidt, "American Waterfowl Decoys: The Distinguished Collection of Dr. James M. McCleery," New York, NY, 2000, lot 604, exact decoy illustrated. William J. Mackey Jr., "American Bird Decoys," New York, NY, 1965, p. 135, exact decoy, illustration appears to have been altered to enlarge eye.
Provenance
William J. Mackey Jr. Collection James M. McCleery Collection The Johnson Collection
Comparable sales
The 3 most recent Joe King other shorebirds to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 May 2026 | — | — | $864 |
| Jul 2025 | — | Original | $720 |
| 26 Jul 2007 | — | — | $1,400 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Joe King sales