Harry V. Shourds The Johnson Nelson Shourds Robin Snipe

Harry V. Shourds (1861-1920) Tuckerton, NJ, c. 1900 9 in. long

This decoy is a rigmate to the bird illustrated in "Top of the Line Hunting Collectibles" from the Alan and Elaine Collection. The underside bears an early collector's inscription. Original paint with even gunning wear, the original bill has been reset.

Provenance: Lloyd Johnson Collection Grant Nelson Collection Private Collection, Florida

Literature: John M. Levinson and Somers G. Headley, "Shorebirds," Centreville, MD, 1991, p. 82, pl. 6-15, similar decoy illustrated. James R. Doherty, "Classic New Jersey Decoys," Louisville, KY, 2011, p. 70, pl. 136, similar decoy illustrated. Donna Tonelli, "Top of the Line Hunting Collectibles," Atglen, PA, 1998, p. 62, rigmate illustrated.

Provenance

Lloyd Johnson Collection Grant Nelson Collection Private Collection, Florida