Makers / Bill Gibian / Shorebird (other)
Bill Gibian Feeding Ruddy Turnstone
William Gibian (b. 1946) Onancock, VA, c. 2000
$840
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $600–$900
Sold 24 Jul 2016at The Sporting Sale 2016 — Copley
SpeciesShorebird (other)PoseFeederPaintOriginal
The catalog record
William Gibian (b. 1946) Onancock, VA, c. 2000 All of the William Gibian carvings in this auction are consigned from the collection of one of the artist's top patrons, and display the maker's best work.
Mounted on a carved clamshell base, this turnstone carving is inspired by the work of A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952). Incised "Gibian" on underside. Original paint with minimal wear, left foot loose on base.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Bill Gibian other shorebirds to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Oct 2026 | Excellent | Original | $570 |
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $1,680 |
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $1,260 |
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $780 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $10,200 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Bill Gibian sales