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  • Two Upland Bird Canes
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 242

    Two Upland Bird Canes

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Ronald W. Lowery (20th Century), Bluebirds
    Estimate
    $600 - $900
    Lot 243

    Ronald W. Lowery (20th Century), Bluebirds

    Est.
    $600 - $900
  • Mark Hopkins (b. 1953), Downriver Run
    Estimate
    $600 - $900
    Lot 244

    Mark Hopkins (b. 1953), Downriver Run

    Est.
    $600 - $900
  • Eleven Avian Plates
    Estimate
    $200 - $1,000
    Lot 245

    Eleven Avian Plates

    Est.
    $200 - $1,000
  • Miniature Barn Owl Pair
    Estimate
    $200 - $1,000
    Lot 246

    Miniature Barn Owl Pair

    Est.
    $200 - $1,000
  • Turned-Head Golden Plover by Mark S. McNair (b. 1950)
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Lot 247

    Turned-Head Golden Plover by Mark S. McNair (b. 1950)

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,000
  • Humpback Whale by Colin S. McNair (b. 1986)
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $2,000
    Lot 248

    Humpback Whale by Colin S. McNair (b. 1986)

    Est.
    $1,000 - $2,000
  • King Penguin by Colin S. McNair (b. 1986)
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,500
    Lot 249

    King Penguin by Colin S. McNair (b. 1986)

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,500
  • Preening Pintail Drake by Ian McNair (b. 1981)
    Estimate
    $600 - $900
    Lot 250

    Preening Pintail Drake by Ian McNair (b. 1981)

    Est.
    $600 - $900
  • Pintail by Mark S. McNair (b. 1950)
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,000
    Lot 251

    Pintail by Mark S. McNair (b. 1950)

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,000
  • Standing Wood Duck Pair by Mike Borrett (b. 1960)
    Estimate
    $600 - $900
    Lot 252

    Standing Wood Duck Pair by Mike Borrett (b. 1960)

    Est.
    $600 - $900
  • Wood Duck by Ken Harris
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 253

    Wood Duck by Ken Harris

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Standard-Grade Blue-Winged Teal Pair by Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924)
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,800
    Lot 254

    Standard-Grade Blue-Winged Teal Pair by Mason Decoy Fac...

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,800
  • Challenge-Grade Black Duck by Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924)
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 255

    Challenge-Grade Black Duck by Mason Decoy Factory (1896...

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
  • Early Premier-Grade Black Duck by Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924)
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 256

    Early Premier-Grade Black Duck by Mason Decoy Factory (...

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Two Premier-Grade Mallard Drakes by Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924)
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 257

    Two Premier-Grade Mallard Drakes by Mason Decoy Factory...

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
  • Challenge-Grade Black Duck by Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924)
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $2,000
    Lot 258

    Challenge-Grade Black Duck by Mason Decoy Factory (1896...

    Est.
    $1,000 - $2,000
  • Premier-Grade Mallard Drake by Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924)
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 259

    Premier-Grade Mallard Drake by Mason Decoy Factory (189...

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Premier-Grade Mallard Hen by Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924)
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 260

    Premier-Grade Mallard Hen by Mason Decoy Factory (1896-...

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Premier-Grade Mallard Pair by Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924)
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 261

    Premier-Grade Mallard Pair by Mason Decoy Factory (1896...

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Standard-Grade Redhead Pair by Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924)
    Estimate
    $600 - $900
    Lot 262

    Standard-Grade Redhead Pair by Mason Decoy Factory (189...

    Est.
    $600 - $900
  • Pintail Drake by J. N. Dodge Decoy Factory (1883-1893)
    Estimate
    $600 - $900
    Lot 263

    Pintail Drake by J. N. Dodge Decoy Factory (1883-1893)

    Est.
    $600 - $900
  • Mallard Drake by J. N. Dodge Factory (1883-1893)
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 264

    Mallard Drake by J. N. Dodge Factory (1883-1893)

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Mallard Pair by William Goetz
    Estimate
    $600 - $900
    Lot 265

    Mallard Pair by William Goetz

    Est.
    $600 - $900
  • Mallard Drake by Bert Graves (1880-1956)
    Estimate
    $700 - $1,000
    Lot 266

    Mallard Drake by Bert Graves (1880-1956)

    Est.
    $700 - $1,000
  • Bluebill Drake by Robert Elliston (1847-1925)
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,800
    Lot 267

    Bluebill Drake by Robert Elliston (1847-1925)

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,800
  • Black Duck, Nichol Family
    Estimate
    $200 - $400
    Lot 268

    Black Duck, Nichol Family

    Est.
    $200 - $400
  • Canvasback by Ferdinand Bach (1888-1967)
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $2,000
    Lot 269

    Canvasback by Ferdinand Bach (1888-1967)

    Est.
    $1,000 - $2,000
  • Canvasback by The Ward Brothers
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,500
    Lot 270

    Canvasback by The Ward Brothers

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,500
  • Great Horned Owl Decoy by Herters Manufacturing Inc. (est. 1890s)
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 271

    Great Horned Owl Decoy by Herters Manufacturing Inc. (e...

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • English Setter Boot Scraper
    Estimate
    $200 - $400
    Lot 272

    English Setter Boot Scraper

    Est.
    $200 - $400
  • Sailfish Bookends
    Estimate
    $150 - $250
    Lot 273

    Sailfish Bookends

    Est.
    $150 - $250
  • Northern Pike
    Estimate
    $200 - $500
    Lot 274

    Northern Pike

    Est.
    $200 - $500
  • Pig Candy Container
    Estimate
    $200 - $1,000
    Lot 275

    Pig Candy Container

    Est.
    $200 - $1,000
  • Cast-Iron Frog
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 276

    Cast-Iron Frog

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Bear with Salmon Wood Cut
    Estimate
    $200 - $500
    Lot 277

    Bear with Salmon Wood Cut

    Est.
    $200 - $500
  • Tenkara Rod Cane
    Estimate
    $600 - $900
    Lot 278

    Tenkara Rod Cane

    Est.
    $600 - $900
  • Two Swordfish Bill Swords
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 279

    Two Swordfish Bill Swords

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Twelve Sporting Plates by Arthur Burdett Frost (1851-1928)
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 280

    Twelve Sporting Plates by Arthur Burdett Frost (1851-19...

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • James M. Sessions (1882-1962), Fly Fishing Scene
    Estimate
    $3,000 - $5,000
    Lot 281

    James M. Sessions (1882-1962), Fly Fishing Scene

    Est.
    $3,000 - $5,000
  • Roy Martell Mason (1886-1972), Lying in Wait
    Estimate
    $3,000 - $5,000
    Lot 282

    Roy Martell Mason (1886-1972), Lying in Wait

    Est.
    $3,000 - $5,000
  • Aiden Lassell Ripley (1896-1969), Quail Shooting
    Estimate
    $250 - $1,500
    Lot 283

    Aiden Lassell Ripley (1896-1969), Quail Shooting

    Est.
    $250 - $1,500
  • Aiden Lassell Ripley (1896-1969), Covey of Quail
    Estimate
    $250 - $1,500
    Lot 284

    Aiden Lassell Ripley (1896-1969), Covey of Quail

    Est.
    $250 - $1,500
  • Aiden Lassell Ripley (1896-1969), Quail
    Estimate
    $250 - $1,500
    Lot 285

    Aiden Lassell Ripley (1896-1969), Quail

    Est.
    $250 - $1,500
  • Aiden Lassell Ripley (1896-1969), Snipe at Dawn
    Estimate
    $250 - $1,500
    Lot 286

    Aiden Lassell Ripley (1896-1969), Snipe at Dawn

    Est.
    $250 - $1,500
  • Aiden Lassell Ripley (1896-1969), Woodcock
    Estimate
    $250 - $1,500
    Lot 287

    Aiden Lassell Ripley (1896-1969), Woodcock

    Est.
    $250 - $1,500
  • Aiden Lassell Ripley (1896-1969), A Pair of Grouse
    Estimate
    $250 - $1,500
    Lot 288

    Aiden Lassell Ripley (1896-1969), A Pair of Grouse

    Est.
    $250 - $1,500
  • Aiden Lassell Ripley (1896-1969), Grouse and Vines
    Estimate
    $250 - $1,500
    Lot 289

    Aiden Lassell Ripley (1896-1969), Grouse and Vines

    Est.
    $250 - $1,500

Auction Description

The Sporting Sale 2025, Day 1 by Copley Fine Art Auctions

The Sporting Sale 2025, consisting of over 600 lots, will offer buyers the opportunity to acquire antique and contemporary decoys, decorative carvings, paintings, prints, folk art, bronze sculptures, and fishing collectables. The two-day sale will feature iconic, never-before-offered decoys from the William J. Mackey Jr. and Dr. James M. McCleery Collections, as well as legendary carvings that once resided in the famous collections of Purnell, Starr, Hillman, O'Brien, Nelson, Brams, Hunter, Stavis, and Bob White.

The Sporting Sale also features a wide variety of fine art, with significant works that are fresh-to-market, a fine selection of contemporary artwork created by our talented stable of artists, such as Walter Matia, Ewoud de Groot, and Luke Frazier, and something for everyone with the sporting art greats, such as Aiden Ripley, Ogden Pleissner, Milton Weiler, and David Hagerbaumer.

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Copley Fine Art Auctions
Pembroke, MA 02359
United States

cinnie@copleyart.com

Phone:+1 6175360030

Buyer’s Premium

Start Premium (%)
$0 23.00
$1,000,000 18.00

Bid Increments

Start Increments ($)
$0 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,500 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$25,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000

Shipping Info

Copley does not offer in-house packing or shipping. For clients who require shipping, please complete the Shipping Release Form and return it with your payment. The form includes a list of shippers we frequently work with.

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Terms & Conditions

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE

1 Your bidding on items indicates your acceptance of the following Terms and Conditions of Sale by Copley Fine Art Auctions, LLC. These terms are subject to amendment before or during the sale. Copley Fine Art Auctions, LLC operates as an agent of the seller only, and is not responsible in any way in the event the seller or buyer fails to fulfill their respective agreements. In all instances the auctioneer’s interpretation of these conditions is final and binding on all bidders.

2 All bids are per lot as numbered in the catalog unless otherwise announced by the auctioneer. The sales price shall consist of the final bid price plus the buyer’s premium, plus any applicable sales tax. A buyer’s premium of 20% (23% for online bidding) of the final bid price up to and including $1,000,000, plus 15% (18% for online bidding) of the final bid price over $1,000,000, will be applied to each lot sold, to be paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price.

3 The auctioneer reserves the right to reject any bid that, in his opinion, is not commensurate with the value of the lot.

4 The auctioneer has the sole right to re-offer a lot and/or settle disputed bids. The record of sale kept by the auction house will be taken as final in the event of dispute. Additionally, items may be withdrawn at any time prior to the offering of each lot.

5 Except with respect to the guarantee for decoys as set forth below in paragraph 6, all goods are sold “as is” and all sales are final with no exchanges or refunds. Copley Fine Art Auctions, LLC and its consignors make no representations or warranties as to merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, the correctness of the catalog or other description of physical condition, quality, size, medium, importance, rarity, provenance or historical relevance of any property, and no statement made at the sale, or in the bill of sale, or invoice, or elsewhere shall be deemed such a warranty or representation or an assumption of liability. The purchaser assumes complete responsibility for items at the fall of the hammer.

6 The Copley decoy team is committed to accurately cataloging all decoys. To this end, all decoy lots in this catalog carry guaranteed condition reports. Copley encourages all potential bidders to contact our decoy specialists at least seven days before the auction with any questions or concerns regarding condition. In many cases, Copley will be able to provide X-ray and UV analysis on select lots. Please note that the auctioneer reserves the right to amend these written reports verbally from the podium at the time of sale. Please note that absentee bids may not be executed on decoys that are affected by any amended condition reports. Since opinions can differ in the matter of condition and age, Copley Fine Art Auctions, LLC will be the sole judge in the matter of refunds. If we fail to identify a flaw that significantly impacts the decoy’s value, the purchaser may return the decoy. Duration of Guarantee: Any request for refund of any decoy lot in the auction must be within 48 hours of receipt of the decoy. It is the purchaser’s responsibility to examine the decoy and identify in writing any flaw or flaws that significantly impact the value of the lot. In order to be eligible for the guarantee, Copley Fine Art Auctions, LLC must receive payment for the decoy within 7 days of the conclusion of the auction. Receipt of the decoy by the purchaser must take place no more than 21 days after the fall of the gavel. Please note that it is the purchaser’s responsibility to arrange pick-up or shipping of the lot. The guarantee in all cases will end 21 days after the fall of the gavel.

7 Successful bidders are to pay for their purchases during or immediately after the sale or upon receipt of an invoice, unless other arrangements have been authorized in writing by the auction house. Payment may be made by cash or good check payable to Copley Fine Art Auctions, LLC. The auction house reserves the right to hold property until checks clear. A monthly service charge of 1.5% will be added to unpaid balances beginning 30 days after the sale date. A $50.00 fee will be added for returned checks. If a check fails to clear after the second deposit, the purchaser will be held responsible for any and all fees incurred until we have collected good funds.

8 If the purchaser breaches any of its obligations under these Conditions of Sale, including its obligation to pay in full the purchase price of all items for which it was the highest successful bidder, Copley Fine Art Auctions, LLC may exercise all of its rights and remedies under the law including, without limitation, (a) canceling the sale, and applying any payments made by the purchaser to the damages caused by the purchaser’s breach, and/or (b) offering at public auction, without reserve, any lot or item for which the purchaser has failed to pay in full the purchase price, holding the purchaser liable for any deficiency plus all costs of sale.

9 Condition reports are not included in this catalog. It is the responsibility of prospective bidders to examine lots and decide their level of interest. Neither the auctioneer, Copley Fine Art Auctions, LLC, nor the consignor is responsible for the accuracy of any printed or verbal descriptions. Copley Fine Art Auctions, LLC strongly encourages clients to personally examine lots prior to the auction so as to best determine condition of lots. Due to the high volume of condition requests, Copley Fine Art Auctions, LLC reserves the right to reject requests at its sole discretion. All weights and measurements are approximate.

10 Some of the lots in this sale carry reserves or minimum selling prices. This is a confidential figure set by the consignor and the auction house below which a lot will not be sold. The reserve will not exceed the low estimate, and the auction house will execute the reserve bids by bidding for the consignor. Estimates are subject to change at any time prior to the offering of each lot.

11 Absentee and telephone bids will be executed when possible as a convenience to customers; the auction house will not be held responsible for any errors or failures to accurately execute bids. All absentee and telephone bids must be received at least 24 hours before the start of the sale.

12 Buyers wishing to pick up items after the auction at our office may do so only by appointment. We kindly ask that all items be removed from our warehouse within 30 days of auction end to avoid a $5 daily storage fee.

13 Shipping is the responsibility of the buyer. Upon request, we will provide a list of shippers who deliver within the United States and overseas. Once your payment has cleared, items may be released for shipment. Copley Fine Art Auctions, LLC shall have no liability for any loss or damage to such items. Buyers should allow up to four weeks for shipment.

14 Copley Fine Art Auctions, LLC may, at its discretion and at the buyer’s request, package and ship sold items as directed by the purchaser. In such instances 1) the buyer shall prepay all related expenses, and 2) the buyer agrees that all packaging, handling, and shipment is at the sole risk of the purchaser, and Copley Fine Art Auctions, LLC shall have no liability for any loss or damage to such items. Buyer should allow up to four to five weeks for shipment.

15 Some property sold at auction can be subject to laws governing export from the United States, such as items that include material from some endangered species. Import restrictions from foreign countries are subject to these same governing laws. Granting of licensing for import or export of goods from local authorities is the sole responsibility of the buyer. Denial or delay of licensing will not constitute delay or cancellation in payment for the total purchase price of these lots.

16 Bidding increments will normally follow the pattern below, but may vary at the sole discretion of the auctioneer:
Estimate Increment
To 950 50
1,000 – 2,400 100
2,500 – 4,750 250
5,000 – 9,500 500
10,000 – 24,000 1,000
25,000 – 47,500 2,500
50,000 – 95,000 5,000
Over 100,000 at auctioneer’s discretion

17 Copley Fine Art Auctions, LLC is the owner of the images of each lot offered for sale, and may use such images at any time at its sole discretion for advertising, publicity, and for archival purposes.

18 If you are bidding as an agent for another individual or company, and you execute a bid on behalf of someone else under your bidder number, then you are responsible for the settlement of that account.

19 In no event will the liability of Copley Fine Art Auctions, LLC to any purchaser with respect to any item exceed the purchase price actually paid by such purchaser for such item.

20 Any legal disputes arising from this auction shall be settled in the court system of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.