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Arnold T. Melbye Sandpiper Trio

Arnold T. Melbye (1909-2000) South Yarmouth, MA, 1969

Arnold T. Melbye – Sandpiper Trio – 2019
$3,900
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $300–$500over estimate
Sold 25 Jul 2019at The Sporting Sale 2019 — Copley

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SpeciesSandpiper/PeepConfigRigSize14"Quantity3Carved1969Signedyes

The catalog record

Arnold T. Melbye (1909-2000) South Yarmouth, MA, 1969 base is 14 in. long and 5 1/2 in. wide

Three decorative sandpipers mounted on a driftwood base. Exhibits very realistic paint, raised wing tips, and one bird has a lifted foot. Each bird is signed "A. Melbye" on the underside. Regarding this group, Kramer noted, "I waited 2 years for them." In fine original condition with minimal wear.

Provenance: Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection, acquired from the artist in 1969

Provenance

Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection, acquired from the artist in 1969

Comparable sales

The 1 most recent Arnold T. Melbye Sandpiper/Peep to cross the block.

SoldConditionPaintBrought
Feb 2021ExcellentOriginal$2,760

Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Arnold T. Melbye sales