$10,200
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $4,500–$6,500over estimate
Sold Feb 2026at Copley, February 2026
SpeciesOwlPaintOriginalCarved2019
The catalog record
Mark McNair (b. 1950) Craddockville, VA, 2019 23 in. tall on base
A rare live-size owl decoy carved from a single cedar log with subtle details. The ears, or plumicorns, are faced with leather, 12-gauge Winchester brass was used for the eyes, and carved talons embrace the log below. Under the left wing is an incised "McNair" and date. Original paint with light wear and original check along the bird's back.
Provenance: Bruce and Rachel Roberts Collection
Provenance
Bruce and Rachel Roberts Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Mark McNair Owls to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Apr 2026 | Excellent | Original | $6,600 |
| Jul 2022 | — | Original | $2,520 |
| 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