Redhead Drake Decoy from Michigan
Redhead Drake Decoy
Michigan, c. 1920
14 in. long
A nicely carved decoy with slightly turned head and raised wing carving. The head is beautifully sculpted with eyes grooves, pronounced cheeks, and a delineated crown. A testament to the maker's attention to detail, he created a wider body by laminating two pieces to each side of the decoy. The paint is well suited for the species with "cut brush" pouncing on the wings. Original paint with gunning wear.
Provenance: Donal C. O'Brien, Jr. Collection
Private Collection
$1,200