Harry V. Shourds Exceptional Brant

Harry V. Shourds (1861-1920) Tuckerton, NJ, c. 1890 16 1/2 in. long

A well-sculpted, hollow decoy by New Jersey's most famous maker. With its full body, crisp side stripes, and fine condition, this is among the finest Shourds brant ever to come to market. Original paint with light gunning wear.

Provenance: Dave Campbell Collection Private Collection, Long Island, acquired from the estate of the above

Literature: Henry A. Fleckenstein, Jr., "New Jersey Decoys," Exton, PA, 1983, pp. 99-100, similar decoys illustrated. James R. Doherty, "Classic New Jersey Decoys," Louisville, KY, 2011, pp. 36-37, related examples illustrated.

Provenance

Dave Campbell Collection Private Collection, Long Island, acquired from the estate of the above