2353

$1,540.50

GROUP OF SHOREBIRD DECOYS.

Late 19th-Early 20th century, Nantucket, Mass. Three shorebirds carved from the solid, the fourth a hinged two-part molded “Tinnie”. All decoys mounted on an oval mahogany stands. SIZE: Decoys: 7″ x 9″ and two are 5″ x 11″. Tinnie is 6″ x 9″. PROVENANCE: From the Mayhew-Pinkham-Coleman Family Estate of Nantucket, Massachusetts. These families and their descendants were a part of the original families on Nantucket Island, with roots in the 17th century. CONDITION: The wood decoys retain original painted surfaces, now with soiling. All have tack eyes that are intact. One decoy with nail stabilization and horizontal and longitudinal. The “Tinnie” with original painted tin surface abraded on midpoint on each side. Otherwise generally fair to good. 50779-12 (800-1,200) – Lot 2353

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Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016

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