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Mark McNair Miniature Great Horned Owl
Mark S. McNair (b. 1950) Craddockville, VA, 2020
SpeciesOwlPaintOriginalCarved2020SignedyesFormMiniature
The catalog record
Mark S. McNair (b. 1950) Craddockville, VA, 2020 5 1/2 in. tall
This entire miniature owl work is carved from a single piece of wood, from the top of the "ears" to the bottom of the base. Two-tone glass eyes are inserted. The carving is finished with McNair's signature painted feathering and warm surface. The carving is signed and dated by the maker on the backside of the base, "McNair 2020 AD." Original paint with light wear.
Provenance: Private Collection, acquired from the artist
Provenance
Private Collection, acquired from the artist
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Mark McNair Owls to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Apr 2026 | Excellent | Original | $6,600 |
| Feb 2026 | — | Original | $10,200 |
| Jul 2021 | — | Original | $3,000 |
| Jul 2017 | — | Original | $4,500 |
| 21 Jan 2013 | — | — | $863 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Mark McNair sales