Black-Bellied Plover Decoy, Attributed to Obediah Verity (1813-1901), Seaford, Long Island, New York, circa 1880

Property from the Estate of Margaret P. Gregory
Black-Bellied Plover Decoy
Attributed to Obediah Verity (1813-1901)
Seaford, Long Island, New York
circa 1880

raised wing painted black, body white with black speckles, carved eye
Height (overall) 7 1/2 in. by Width 9 3/4 in.

Condition Report:
Rubbing and losses to paint decoration. Minor tiny holes to body of bird. Tiny loss to tip of beak, only noticeable upon close examination.

Provenance:
Collection of Stewart E. Gregory, Wilton, Connecticut.