Curlew, Southam Rig, Toronto
The Southam family made their fortune in the newspaper business. An early photo exists that shows a member of the family hunting over a rig of shorebirds. This decoy descended through the Southam family. Wire legs wrapped in sailcloth. Original wood sand-shelf base. Inserted wood beak. Tack eyes. Unmarked. 15 1/2". Acquired from Vi Lambert (2012)
Condition
Original paint with fine surface. Well hunted with resulting gunning wear. Replaced bill. 1" flake off the bottom of the tail. Spot of wear right breast.
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The Southam family made their fortune in the newspaper business. An early photo exists that shows a member of the family hunting over a rig of shorebirds. This decoy descended through the Southam family. Wire legs wrapped in sailcloth. Original wood sand-shelf base. Inserted wood beak. Tack eyes. Unmarked. 15 1/2". Acquired from Vi Lambert (2012)
Condition
Original paint with fine surface. Well hunted with resulting gunning wear. Replaced bill. 1" flake off the bottom of the tail. Spot of wear right breast.
Estimate
Reserve
Time, Location
Auction House
