Makers / Harry V. Shourds / Black Bellied Plover
Harry V. Shourds Black Bellied Plover
Black bellied plover, Harry V. Shourds, Tuckerton, New Jersey, last quarter 19th century.
$9,600
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $12,000–$18,000under estimate
Sold Aug 2023at Guyette & Deeter Summer 2023 Decoy & Sporting Art Auction
SpeciesBlack Bellied PloverSize10"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
McCleery ink stamp near stick hole. Measures 10” long.
Provenance
Provenance: Ex Dr. James McCleery collection.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Harry V. Shourds Black Bellied Plover to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Jul 2026 | Good | Original | $300 |
| 16 Jan 2026 | — | Original | $720 |
| Nov 2025 | — | Repaint | $1,500 |
| Apr 2025 | — | Original | $2,400 |
| 29 Nov 2024 | Good | — | $270 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Harry V. Shourds sales