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Mark McNair "egyptian" Yellowlegs Pair
Mark McNair (b. 1950) Craddockville, VA, c. 1990
$3,900
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $2,500–$3,500over estimate
Sold Feb 2026at Copley, February 2026
SpeciesYellowlegsConfigPairSize11.5"PaintOriginalQuantity2
The catalog record
Mark McNair (b. 1950) Craddockville, VA, c. 1990 11 1/2 in. long
These "Egyptian yellowlegs" display turned heads, fine stippling, and an incised "McNair" on the undersides. This pair is a more animated take on a model that was inspired by a visit to the Egyptian wing of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Original paint with light wear.
Provenance: Bruce and Rachel Roberts Collection
Provenance
Bruce and Rachel Roberts Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Mark McNair Yellowlegs to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Oct 2026 | Excellent | Original | $1,080 |
| 24 Sep 2026 | Excellent | Original | $1,170 |
| 24 Jul 2026 | Excellent | Original | $1,080 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $3,360 |
| 18 Jun 2026 | Excellent | Original | $870 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Mark McNair sales