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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 1/2 Drake Woodie by Savoie

Amateur Savoie,Neguoc,NB,Canada
Circa 1959 rare half duck decorative decoy by famed New Brunswick carver Amateur "Mat" Savoie (1896-1983). Although Savoie carved between 6-7,000 decoys in his busy carving career, he carved less than 100 of these very interesting folky 1/2 ducks!Original paint as well as condition. Great notes in the hand of the carver scribed on the non painted side. 13" Long.

Carver: Amateur Savoie

Weight: 10
Price: $450
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 1946 Hard Cover LL Bean Book

LL Bean,Freeport,Maine,E-65
Hardcover book in excellent condition called,"Hunting,Fishing and Camping" by LL Bean. This was the 6th and final printing in 1946. This book in it's original form which was first produced in 1942 was authored and is signed by LL Bean himself in his own hand in ink on the inside cover as shown. Very nice piece of LL Bean's history.

Carver:

Weight: 10
Price: $125
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 ACME FOLDING DECOY CO.MALLARD

ACME FOLDING DECOY CO.,LOUISVILLE,KY.,AND ST.LOUIS,MO.
Hen mallard from the Acme folding decoy factory. Pre-printed canvas over collapsible wire frame. The printing on the canvas is bold and clear. One of the best examples I have seen. Canvas needs to be re-attatched to the base in a couple spots. See "NAFD" page 1 for more information about this company. Ca. 1930's.

Carver:

Weight: 3
Price: $195
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Adam Anger BB

ADAM ANGER,WINDSOR,ONTARIO
This is a mint condition magnum-sized bluebill drake by Adam Anger carved in the mid-1980's. The bird is 15x6.5x6 (LxWxH)inches, not including the keel.This decoy has a look on his face that is absolutely majestic. The wings are deeply incised and the rasp work is fantastic. Note the carefully carved and balanced tail feathers.The initials "ACA" on the bottom are for Adam Charles Anger a relative of famed carver Ken Anger.

Carver: Anger, Adam

Weight: 5
Price: $1000
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Adam Anger Mallard Drake

ADAM ANGER,WINDSOR,ONTARIO
This is a standard size mallard drake decoy carved by Adam Anger in the 1980's. Although there are a few minor rubs to the tips of the paint,this decoy overall is in mint condition. Dimensions are 17x6.5x6 (LxWxH)inches. There is a fine split in the paint of the bill which is very hard to see. The keel and loop are in place, and the bottom is branded ACA for Adam Charles Anger. If you like mallard decoys, this one is a gem.

Carver: Anger, Adam

Weight: 5
Price: $1000
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Alain MacDonald Canvasback Drake

Alain MacDonald,Riquad,Quebec
This is a Drake Canvasback by the late Alain MacDonald (1886-1961). For reference material please see, "Waterfowl Decoys Of The Montreal Region" by Michel Be'lisle. Ca. 1925-1930. A wonderful attribute of this bird is the head is turned out. This gave the carver and a unique ability to create a full, perfectly carved bill for a overall, graceful and realistic look. The carving retains the original glass eyes. A closer look shows this Canvasback has very detailed carving with artistic feather blending of oils to create some of the finest works of art to have ever come out of Quebec.This plaque can be sold as a single lot or as a collection. Please ask for the collection price! This set of 8 plaques were made by MacDonald as a special order for the Weirs family of Montreal fame.

Carver: Alain MacDonald

Weight: 15
Price: $2575
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Alain MacDonald Drake Goldeneye Wall Plaque

Alain MacDonald,Riqaud,Quebec
This is a rare Drake Goldeneye wall placque by the late Alain MacDonald,(1886-1961). This will be sold as seen or as a set of all 8. Please ask for the collection price! Original paint as well as condition, Ca. 1925-1930. A wonderful attribute of this carving is the head is turned out. This gave MacDonald the unique ability to create a full, perfectly carved bill for a overall, graceful and realistic look. Carving retains the original glass eyes. A close look shows the artistic oil feather blending technique of the carver to create some of the best carvings to ever come from Quebec! For a reference please see the book by Michel Be'lisle, "Waterfowl Decoys Of The Montreal Region", page 61 from the Montreal Museum collection. Collectors who have seen this set of eight agree these are rare and report they have never seen a collection of this quality and quantity.

Carver: Alain MacDonald

Weight: 15
Price: $2575
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Alain MacDonald Hen Bluebill Wall Plaque

Alain MacDonald,Riquad,Quebec,Canada
This is a great example of the work of Alain MacDonald of Riqaud Quebec. This is a Hen Bluebill, also known as a greater scaup. Rare example of this carvers work carved as a 1/2 decoy and mounted on a plaque. This was not cut in half and later mounted, but originated in this manner. Carving is very near mint and is in original paint as well as condition. She has and retains the original glass eyes. For reference see "Waterfowl Decoys Of The Montreal Region" by Michel Be'lisle on page 61 from the Montreal Museum colllection, Ca. 1925-1930. Investment quality collectors who have looked at this collection agree this is a very unique find as it pertains to Quebec decoys. Most have seen one or two of these unique plaques, but none have seen a collection of this quality and quantity! Please be sure to note the detailed carving in all of these eight birds which will be sold seperatly or as a collection. Please ask for the collection price.

Carver: Alain MacDonald

Weight: 15
Price: $2575
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Alain MacDonald Hen Goldeneye Wall Plaque

Alain MacDonald,Riqaud,Quebec
Pictured is a Hen Goldeneye or Whistler by the late Alain MacDonald (1886-1961). This decoy has a rounded bottom and has some wear to the paint which is shown. A wonderful attribute of this carving is the head is turned out. This gave the carver a unique ability to create a full, perfectly carved bill for a overall, graceful and realistic look. The carving retains the original glass eyes. A close look shows this bird has very detailed carving with artistic feather blending of the oil paint to create some of the finest carvings to ever come from Quebec in history! Minor paint rubs as shown in the lower area. For a reference please see "Waterfowl Decoys Of The Montreal Region", by Michel Be'lisle. Ca. 1925-1930. This remarkable set of rare wall plaques were a special order for a prominent family in Montreal, the Weirs. This set of unique carvings hung proudly in their hunting and fishing lodge in the Lurention Mountains of Quebec for many years until as the story goes, the lodge was lost in a poker game and the birds were given to the new owners daughter as a gift by her parents. She has had them for over 50 years until now! This plaque is part of a collection of 8 and will be sold as is or as a set. Please ask for the collection price!

Carver: Alain MacDonald

Weight: 15
Price: $2575
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Alain MacDonald Hen Mallard Wall Placque

Alain MacDonald,Riqaud,Quebec
This is a rare and unusual Hen Mallard on a wall plaque carved by the late Alain MacDonald, (1886-1961). For reference material see the book by Michel Be'lisle, "Waterfowl Decoys Of The Montreal Region", page 61 from the Montreal Museum collection. Ca. 1925-1930 in outstanding paint as well as carving detail. Some minor rubs to the paint as shown attributed to age. This carving has a rounded body style and great carving of especially the tail. This example pictured is being sold as is or as a set of 8. Please ask for the collection price! This set was a special order from the Weirs family of Montreal and it hung in their hunting "cabin" for many years until the lodge and all it's contents were lost in a poker game. These were then given to the daughter as a gift and she has had them for 50 years until now!

Carver: Alain MacDonald

Weight: 15
Price: $2575
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Alain MacDonald Hen Redhead Wall Plaque

Alain MacDonald,Riquad,Quebec
This is another in a collection of eight wall plaque works of art by the late Alain MacDonald, (1886-1961). Pictured is a Hen Redhead in near mint condition. All original paint as well as condition as mentiomned with highly detailed carving to the head and secondary feathering. A wonderful attribute of this bird is the head is turned out. This gave the carver a unique ability to create a full, perfectly carved bill for a overall, graceful and realistic look. The carving retains the original glass eyes. Note the artistic wet on wet paint blending of the oils to create some of the finest carvings to ever come from Quebec in history! Some minor paint rubs as shown to the extreme outside edges. A couple small spots of touch-up which could be removed. For reference material see "Waterfowl Decoys Of The Montreal Region" by Michel Be'lisle, page 61 from the Montreal Museum collection. Ca. 1925-1930. One of the best examples of the group of eight which can be sold individually or as a collection. Please ask for the collection price. This set of remarkable plaques which are very rare were a special order for a prominent Montreal family, the Weirs. As the story goes, they were lost with the hunting lodge where they were displayed in a poker game! The parents gave these to their daughter as a gift and she has had them for 50 years until now!

Carver: Alain MacDonald

Weight: 15
Price: $2575
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Alain MacDonald Mallard Drake Wall Plaque

Alain MacDonald,Riqaud,Quebec
This is a Mallard Drake and is a very rare example of the work of Alain MacDonald,(1886-1961) carved and mounted specifically for the placement on the wall placque as shown. Purchased as a special order for the Weirs family of Montreal. This Drake Mallard,Ca. 1924-1930 is signed in pencil on the back of the plaque.This rare work of art may be sold as an individual piece or as a collection. Please ask for the collection price! For a reference please see "Waterfowl Decoys Of The Montreal Region" by Michel Be'lisle on page 61 from the Montreal Museum collection. These have been held for 50 years by the daughter of the family that won the "cabin" where these were displayed and all of the contents in a poker game! The carving has a few very small nicks to the paint as shown attributed to age. It is of round body style and is a great example of this carvers skill both as a painter and as a detailed carver who understood proper form.

Carver: Alain MacDonald

Weight: 15
Price: $2575
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Alain MacDonald Redhead Drake Wall Plaque

Alain MacDonald, Riqaud,Quebec
This is a Drake Redhead carved by the late Alain MacDonald, (1886-1961). This is a very rare example of this carvers work as it was produced as a special order for the Weirs family of Montreal,Ca. 1925-1930. This carving is original paint as well as condition with some minor paint loss as shown. A wonderful attribute of this carving is the head is turned out. This gave the carver the unique ability to create a full, perfectly carved bill for a overall, graceful and realistic look. The carving retains the original glass eyes. I am selling this as a lot or as a collection. Please ask for the collection price. For a reference please see the book "Waterfowl Decoys Of The Montreal Region" by Michel Be'lisle page 61 from the Montreal Museum collection. This rare investment grade opportunity has been held by a single collector for the last 50 years who's family won it in a poker game along with the "cabin" it was shown in! Collectors who have seen these 8 pieces agree that none has seen a collection of wall placques of this quality and quantity!

Carver: Alain MacDonald

Weight: 15
Price: $2575
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Albert Laing Whistler

Albert Laing, Stratford,CT, E 16
Drake Whistler attributed to Albert Laing of Stratford, Ct. This is the earliest known style of the Stratford school of carvers and may be from Laing's first rig in the 1830's. It has the Starr collection stamp on the bottom and is pictured on page 103 of Starr's book.

Carver: Laing

Weight: 10
Price: $300
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Alexandria Bay Bluebill

Alexandria Bay Bluebill,Unidentified Carver, E 10
Great little Bluebill in great form in the style of Wheeler/Coombs. Note the deep eye groove as shown. The decoy is stamped on the bottom "Don Shall/Clayton." In addition there are some metal straps on the bottom with various names. Note the shot marks from the decoy being hunted over.

Carver: Unidentified

Weight: 10
Price: $220
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Alphon Anderson Canvasback

Alphon L. Anderson,Chillocothe,IL., MW 9
Stylish Canvasback working decoy by an early and extremely rare Illinois River carver.Ca. 1900-1910. Reference is on Plate 393 in Parmalee and Loomis. Andy worked with Glen Cameron and studied the patterns of Steven Lane and Hiram Holtz.

Carver: Alphon L. Anderson

Weight: 10
Price: $375
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Amateur Savoie Goose #1

Amateur Savoie,Neguoc,NB,Canada
Savoie Canada Goose in original condition as well as paint. Shows age crack on the bottom of this solid body flat bottom decoy. Part of a collection all shown on my site which were purchased by the consigners father right out of the carvers barbershop in which he was present.Savoie carved mostly Geese and black ducks, but his Geese in good to excellent condition are sought after by collectors. Note the dark brown patina with the signature feather stamping to the body. 26" Long.

Carver: Amateur Savoie

Weight: 10
Price: $750
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Amateur Savoie Mallard

Amateur Savoie,Lower Nequac,New Brunswick,Canada PRICE REDUCED! C 26
This offering is from New Brunswick which is an area from which it is hard to find examples of working decoys. This decoy is a Mallard with rare feather stamping and great form. O.P. as well as condition and structurally sound. Carved bill and low profile make this a very collectable investment quality Maritimes decoy.

Carver: Amateur Savoie

Weight: 10
Price: $300
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Anderson Metal Hen Pintail

Anderson Decoy, San Francisco,CA.
Very Rare Anderson Factory Hen Pintail in original paint as well as condition. These metal decoys were only produced in the late 20's as Pintails and mostly these were Drake's. Most of the 30,000 produced no longer exist due to rust. This example is both very rare because it is a Hen Pintain and because it shows no rust at all making it a rare and Mint example! The decoy is formed in a right and left half and the pieces are soldered together. A short wire is also formed and soldered into the base to form the line atatachment. The company was actually called the B.C. stamping company. The name Anderson Decoy is stamped onto the bottom. This decoy was probably painted across the bay by the Scott Decoy Company. This is a very rare find for anyone interested in investment grade factory decoys.

Carver:
Anderson
Weight: 15
Price: $400
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 ANIMAL TRAP BLACK DUCK

ANIMAL TRAP,PASCAGOULA,MS.
See page 84 of Pascagoula Decoys by Joe Bosco for a photo. Black duck by Victor Animal Trap. Model 12 Economy Grade. Ex. O.P. and condition with glass eyes. Ca. 1950. Stamp has worn off. Hard to find economy grade in this condition.

Carver:
Animal Trap
Weight: 5
Price: $135
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 ANIMAL TRAP CANVASBACK

ANIMAL TRAP,PASCAGOULA,MS.
Drake Canvasback by one of the Factory decoy companies of Pascagoula Ms., Animal trap. Bears the factory stamp on the bottom. Model D-4 in excellent O.P as well as condition. Some in-use gunning wear. Retains the original glass eyes. Ca. 1950.

Carver:
Animal Trap
Weight: 0
Price: $155
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 ANIMAL TRAP HEN PINTAIL

ANIMAL TRAP COMPANY,PASCAGOULA,MS.
Rare Hen Pintail D-4 Balsa model. Very good O.P. and condition with typical gunning wear in-use to the paint as well as several dings and small chips. Retains the original glass eyes as well as the stamp on the bottom. Ca. 1952.

Carver:
Animal Trap
Weight: 0
Price: $120
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 ANIMAL TRAP MALLARD PAIR JY

ANIMAL TRAP, PASCAGOULA,MS. S 11 JY
Pair of Mallards by Factory decoy manufacturer Animal Trap of Pascagoula MS. They are model D-45 which are wooden bodies and plastic heads. Excellent O.P. as well as condition. Minimal in-use gunning wear to the tips of the paint. Factory stamp on both bottoms. Ca. 1950.

Carver:
Animal Trap
Weight: 10
Price: $195
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Animal Trap Widgeon

Animal Trap Decoy Co.,Pascagoula,MS. JY
Drake Widgeon by Animal Trap Decoy Company of Pascagoula. Victor Balsa model, very good original paint as well as condition. Some in-use gunning wear as seen on parts of the body and the edge of the tail. Retains the original glass eyes, this is one of the rarest species that Animal Trap made, Ca. 1947-1950.

Carver:
Animal Trap
Weight: 10
Price: $345
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Antique Powder Tin

AMERICAN POWDER TINS, BOSTON, MA.
Antique powder tin from American Powder Tins of Boston. They were also located in Chicago and St. Louis. First quarter 20th century piece in mint condition featuring the Dead Shot logo with the drake Mallard. This is a vintage collectable and is the one worth the most in the marketplace. Size is approx. 5 1/2" high by 4" in width. Bears the letters FG on the top of the tin.

Carver:
American Powder
Weight: 2
Price: $250
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 ARIDUK DRAKE BLUEBILL

GENERAL FIBRE DECOY FACTORY,ST.LOUIS,MO.
Working example of a drake bluebill manufactured by Aridux. Rigged for hunting and used as such. Has a front bottom metal loop for attatchment of the decoy line and still retains the manufacturers stamp on the bottom as shown. Toller was hit in a few spots by light shot, especially around the head and a couple of spots to the tail which are all minor. A piece of shot is still to be heard on the inside of this old factory example in O.P. and very good to excellent condition. O.P in working factory decoys, particularly Paper Mache is very unusual. Length:13"

Carver:
General Fibre
Weight: 3
Price: $45
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Art Chilton Black Duck

Art Chilton,Toronto,Canada
Black duck in very nice form and dry extensively touched-up paint from Toronto carver Art Chilton. Fair attention to detail, particularly to the feather paint. Decoy is as found in original condition. Branded AC on the bottom of this working decoy.

Carver: Art Chilton

Weight: 10
Price: $975
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Art Chilton Hen Bluebill

Art Chilton,Toronto,Canada
Mint condition Hen Bluebill by Toronto carver Art Chilton. Classic V groove hump back low head with great wet over wet paint blending technique by this master carver/painter who understands form and the importance of the use of form in his creations. Keel on bottom was removed. Signed VIA Brand in the makers hand "AC". Nice work of art!

Carver: Art Chilton

Weight: 10
Price: $650
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 August Moak Drake Canvasback

August Moak,Tustin,WI. MW 37
Special order Drake Canvasback used on the Illinois River. Old working decoy is in original paint as well as condition. Comb paint in the style of the great Illinois River carvers. The white on the bottom is old hunter repaint and could be removed. Two sets of rig brands on the bottom say ov5 over WJH. Outstanding untouched Canvasback in Moak's best style!

Carver: Moak

Weight: 10
Price: $2472
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Babe Strubinger Drake Pintail

Babe Strubinger,San Jocain Valley,CA.
Very interesting offering from the San Jocain Valley of California. Pintail Drake in original paint as well as condition,Ca. 1920. The body is carved from Redwood and the head and neck is tin. This exact decoy can be found on page 323 of "Wildfowl Decoys Of The Pacific Coast". This decoy was also purchased directly from Fred Hanson one of the authors of this book. Paint shows some wear due to in-use gunning and various shot hole marks as shown in the photo's.

Carver: Babe Strubinger

Weight: 15
Price: $525
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 BALSA HERTERS CROW JY

HERTERS FACTORY,WASECA,MN.
JY Balsa Crow by Herters of Waseca,MN. Excellent O.P. as well as condition with an old coat of varnish over the entire decoy. Retains the original glass eyes. Ca. 1948-1950.

Carver:
Herters
Weight: 15
Price: $255
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Barber Pole Duck Call

Unidentified Maker,Barber Pole Duck Call O4 JY
Hand carved early "Barber Pole" style duck call from an unknown carver. Fine detailing in original condition and mint in all respects. Retains the original reed.

Carver: Unidentified

Weight: 10
Price: $185
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Ben Schmidt Canvasback Hen

Ben Schmidt,Centerline,MI.PRICE REDUCED!! M25
Very early Ben Schmidt,Ca. 1935 smooth body Canvasback Hen in original paint as well as condition. This decoy comes out of the well known T.L. Baker rig near Lansing Michigan and is so branded. This old working decoy still exibits a wonderful wet paint blending technique used by Schmidt on the wings and tail, as well as his trademark detailed carving to the head/bill areas. Very nice mellow patina and an excellent example of his work.

Carver: Schmidt, Ben

Weight: 18
Price: $950
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 BENZ WIDGEON JY

BENZ DECOY FACTORY,JEFFERSON CITY,MO.
Extremely Rare Widgeon by Benz wood products. Their Grand Prix model which is near mint O.P. and condition. This decoy was weighted for hunting,but was never used as such. Bold scratch paint on the back of the toller with original glass eyes. This is most certainly an INVESTMENT grade decoy as it is one of only three known examples. A must if you are a factory collector! Ca. 1930's.

Carver:
Benz
Weight: 10
Price: $1775
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 BERT GRAVES CANVASBACK

BERT GRAVES,PEORIA,ILLINOIS
Bert Graves Drake Canvasback with typical Illinois River style tail in great form and bold paint. From the Voorhees rig. Branded D.W.V. on the bottom along with Graves poured lead weight. Painted by Edna Perdew in O.P. as well as condition.

Carver: Graves,Bert

Weight: 5
Price: $685
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Bert Graves Mallard Drake

Bert Graves,Peoria,Illinois,MW 12
Mallard Drake in original condition other than a small repair to a crack in the neck from in-use gunning. This is an excellent example of Bert Graves work, aka "Graves Decoy Company", Peoria,Illinois,(1887-1956). Fine lines in old fine patina that was rigged and used as a working decoy. A fine example of what the term "collectible" stands for!

Carver: Bert Graves

Weight: 10
Price: $500
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Bill Cooper Mallard Hen

Bill Cooper,Verdun,Quebec,Canada
Rare Hen Mallard example of this Canadian carver's best work. Turned head in fantastic form and very detailed feather carving typical of Coopers work. Small age crack around the neck with a couple very small rubs to the paint of this otherwise Mint condition, original paint working decoy. Great example and hard to find for any collector of Canadian decoys. Certainly an investment grade quality decoy.

Carver: Cooper, Bill

Weight: 10
Price: $3575
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Bill Cooper Solid Black Duck

Bill Cooper,Verdun,Quebec PRICE REDUCED
Important and early example of a Bill Cooper Black Duck in original condition and wonderful Cooper form with detailed primary and secondary feather carving.Purchased from a neighbor of the Cooper family from Verdun who hunted with the Cooper family. This is one of two decoys we are offering that is out of Coopers personal rig.The paint is original except possibly the bill which appears to be an old touch-up. Ca. 1935, this is a wonderful collection to any Quebec collection.

Carver: Cooper, Bill

Weight: 10
Price: $1150
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Bill Enright Drake Pintail

Bill Enright,Toledo,Ohio,JY
Drake Pintail by William (Bill) Enright of Toledo, Ohio, in very good original paint as well as condition, with some in use gunning wear, cork body/pine head, glass eyes, Bill is the most prominent decoy carver from Ohio and hunted the shores of Lake Erie, he won the top honor in the 1948 Ward Brothers carving competition, nice high head with detailed carving, C-1940's.

Carver: Bill Enright

Weight: 10
Price: $425
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Bill Geonne Turned Head Blue Wing Teal

Bill Geonne,King City,CA.,W-14, MM
Mint condition Bill Geonne turned head Blue Wing Teal in original paint as well as condition. Very nice detailed paint with glass eyes and detailed bill carving. Keel on the bottom with two stamps, WRG and HALL.I really like this carvers ability!

Carver: Goenne, Bill

Weight: 10
Price: $150
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Bill Goenne Drake Redhead JY

Bill Goenne,King City,Ca.
Drake Redhead by Bill Goenne in mint original paint as well as condition. Retains the glass eyes, nice detail to the bill carving. This is a hollow example of this makers work. Made from Redwood or Western Red Cedar. Stamp on the bottom says WRG.

Carver: Goenne, Bill

Weight: 10
Price: $225
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Bill Goenne Pair of Mallard Decoys

Bill Goenne,King City,CA.
JY Pair of outstanding Mallard decoys by Bill Goenne of King City, California. Bold wet blending paint technique in great form with the Hen in a wonderful swimming pose.Original paint as well as condition with glass eyes. The decoys are made from either Western Red Cedar or Redwood. Both decoys are stamped WRG on the bottom.

Carver: Goenne, Bill

Weight: 20
Price: $325
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Black Duck By Downeast Sportcraft

Downeast Sportcraft,Freeport,Maine,JY F11
Swimming Black Duck in typical form for the Downeast Sportcraft Company of Freeport,Maine. Excellent original paint as well as condition, glass eyes, factory stamp, age crack on lower bottom side, a very nice example, see "NAFD" page 120 for an example of this decoy, C-1946-1950.

Carver:
Downeast Sportcraft
Weight: 10
Price: $395
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Black Duck By Peterbourgh Canoe Company

Peterborough Canoe Company,Peterborough,ONT. C 52
Black Duck by Peterborough Canoe Company, Peterborough,Ontario,Canada in very good original condition as well as paint. Some in-use attributed gunning wear, nice feathering and scratch painting,original glass eyes, see "NAFD" pages 292-293 for more information on this company, Circa 1930's.

Carver:

Weight: 10
Price: $395
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Black Duck Decoy

HAVRE DAVERNE, BRIGHTON,ONTARIO
Beautifully carved (ca. 1920)solid cedar decoy,with the carver's signature. Thin neck,sleek long body, and stylish scratch paint style. Head is turned very slightly to the left. Appears to be all original, with a small neck repair but no repaint. a couple of minor rubs to the tip of the paint along the back. This may be the same decoy shown by B. Gates, Ontario Decoys II, page 114 (top figure foreground). Decoy has the less common head style. 17" Long Carver: Havre Daverne

Carver: Daverne, Havre

Weight: 4
Price: $0
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 BLACK DUCK DECOY

CHRIS SMITH,(CHRIS CRAFT BOAT WORKS),ONTARIO,CANADA, Ca. 1910.
Christopher Colunbus Smith, owner of Chris Craft Boat works,(1861-1937)in gunning repaint. Small area of paint rub to the right side, otherwise structurallly mint. Hollow black duck carved around 1910. Outstanding form which rides low to the water. 14" LONG CARVER: CHRIS SMITH

Carver: Smith, Chris

Weight: 2
Price: $0
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Blair School Canada Goose

Blair School Canada Goose,Unidentified Carver E 22
Wonderful and important preening Canada Goose in the style of the Blair School. Great form, 20" long. As shown, worn to the wood but simply exquisite! Carved initials as well as location on the bottom, MLK Klock Pt. Working floater decoy retains the original glass eyes and is just an honest decoy in original paint as well as condition as found.

Carver:

Weight: 10
Price: $650
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Blair School Widgeon

Blair School Widgeon,Unidentified Carver
Wonderful and Important Old Blair School Widgeon in hollow two piece construction. Working decoy is in original condition with some paint strenghtening to the tail and head areas. Most of the body is original paint. Decoy is missing the center ballast weight from the bottom, probably removed so that the decoy could sit flat on a shelf.Tail has a very small chip on it's right hand corner. The form is wonderful and typical of the Delaware River. Two specific points of interest on this old working decoy are the detailed carving on the bill as shown as well as a diamond shaped carving on the top of the tail as shown which is probably significant to actual identification of the carver.Couple of small shot marks on the left side of the toller which are hard to see.

Carver: Unidentified

Weight: 10
Price: $625
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Bluebill by Budgeon Sampier

Budgeon Sampier,Algonac,MI. M2
Bluebill by Budgeon Sampier,Algonac,Michigan school of carvers. St. Clair flats, circa 1900 with painted eyes, old working paint and 3/8th's bottom board. Nice Folk art decoy!

Carver: Budgeon Sampier

Weight: 10
Price: $395
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Bluebill Drake by Frank Schmidt

Frank Schmidt,Centerline MI., M5
Bluebill Drake by Frank Schmidt of Centerline,Michigan in original paint as well as condition. Circa 1930 with the original glass eyes, excellent condition.

Carver: Schmidt,Frank

Weight: 10
Price: $995
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Bluebill Drake by Robert Barker

Robert Barker,Saginaw Bay,MI. M10
Bluebill Drake carved by Saginaw Bay carver Robert Barker circa 1940. Original paint as well as condition with the original glass eyes. A decoy in nice form in excellent condition.

Carver: Robert Barker

Weight: 10
Price: $1200
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Bluebill Drake Decoy

Smith Falls,ONTARIO Rig-mate to the bluebill hen above,also signed by the maker. Matches the hen exactly;head is turned slight left, and the back is in original comb paint. Near mint with slight rub on tail. Signature raised tail wings and stamping between them; bold original paint. 13" Long

Carver: Bloom, Reg

Weight: 3
Price: $0
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 BLUEBILL DUCK DECOY

D.W.(DAVEY NICHOL), SMITH FALLS, ONTARIO
14" long Working Bluebill decoy,Ca. 1947. (See Bernie Gates, Ontario Decoys I and II, p. 144). Gunning decoy from carver who's work in constantly increasing in value. Raised wings with fine coggling around the bill root and that wonderful scratch painting that is Nichol at his best. In use paint rubs to the bill, top of head and tail, all very minor. Structurally sound in all respects. Outstanding rich patina in this example of this St. Clair Flat's carver's work.

Carver: Nichols

Weight: 3
Price: $0
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 BLUEBILL HEN DECOY

ST. WILLIAMS,ONTARIO Very old(ca.1870-1885) bluebill hen. Cedar body with a basswood head. Very old coat of gunning repaint. Turned head with glass eyes. Hollow old working decoy probably hunted over at the Long Point "Millionaires" club where Phineas was head punter. Reference pg. 80 of Decoying:St. Clair To The St. Lawrence.
Carver:Phineas Reeves
12" Long

Carver: Reeves, Phineas

Weight: 3
Price: $275
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 BLUEBILL PAIR DAMOS

REAGAN DAMOS,LOCKPORT,LA.
Outstanding pair of bluebills by Louisiana carver Reagan Damos of Lockport. Rigmate hen and drake in O.P and near mint condition. Superb wet over wet paint blending technique as well as wonderful form and original glass eyes. This carver has won numerous decoy carving contests sponsored by the Ward Foundation.

Carver: Damos, Regan

Weight: 10
Price: $495
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Bluebill Working Decoy From Kingston Penitentiary

Kingston Penitentiary Factory,St. Lawrence River,Ontario,Canada.
Bluebill decoy which retains the original glass eyes and is structurally original. This is a Kingston Penitentiary Factory decoy, CA. 1945 and was painted by Davey Nichol. This is a working decoy with the swing weight still connected as shown. Excellent Nichol quality original scratch paint to the entire body which is original. Some overpaint to the tail and to the breast and head portion of the decoy. Bill paint and adjacent white mandible paint appear to be original. Head is secured with a wooden dowel. Small crack on the bottom running part way up the tail on the underside. A couple of rubs to the breast paint as shown as well as very minor paint loss to the tail attributed to in-use gunning wear. Nice addition to any factory collection.

Carver:
Kingston Penitentiary
Weight: 15
Price: $425
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Bob Birchler Black Duck

Robert Birchler, Syracuse,N.Y.,MM
Outstanding and important Black Duck by Robert Birchler of Syracuse, New York in original condition as well as paint. Circa 1958 carved and then given as a gift to Bob Kerr. Signed by Kerr on the bottom. Birchler worked and learned to carve in the shop of Ken Harris. This is a late season red legged Black duck in outstanding form with a turned head and dip in the shoulder to the right. Detailed bill carving with some rubbed to the paint as shown as the decoy was rigged and hunted over as such. Tight age crack around the neck.

Carver: Robert Birchler

Weight: 10
Price: $485
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Bob Kerr Mallard Hen Decoy

Bob Kerr,Smith Falls,Ontario,Canada Outstanding turned head Hen Mallard in original paint and mint condition. Bold paint with extreme talented detail to the feather paint. Incised carving to the primary as well as secondary feathers including the tail feathers. Retains original glass eyes with detail bill and mandible carving. This hollow example of his work is a very good representation of Kerr's talent with the Kerr stamp on the bottom.

Carver: Bob Kerr

Weight: 10
Price: $1400
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Bob Kerr Working Broadbill

Bob Kerr, Smith Falls,Ontario

Carver: Bob Kerr

Weight: 10
Price: $995
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Brant Working Decoy Weighted

Wildfowler Decoy Factory, Old Saybrook, Connecticut
Gunning Wildfowler decoy in outstanding rich patina. Retains weight for hunting as well as Old Saybrook circular stamp. Original paint with old coat of working repaint to white in tail area. Minor rubs and head is a little loose. A very similar decoy recently sold at a Decoys Unlimited auction for $1,100. 19" long

Carver: Factory
Wildfowler
Weight: 4
Price: $0
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 BRITISH METAL PARTRIDGE

BRITISH METAL PARTRIDGE,MAKER UNIDENTIFIED
JY Partridge or Grouse as it is often called in bold paint and nice form. Metal example is both unusual as well as a nice addition to any collection, especially a factory collection. O.P. as well as condition. This is an actual hunting decoy used in either England or Scotland in one of the hunting clubs.

Carver:
Unidentified
Weight: 09
Price: $245
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Budgeon Sampier Lowhead Whistler

Budgeon Sampier,Harsen's Island,MI. M11
Lowhead Whistler by Budgeon Sampier of Harsen's Island, Michigan, circa 1890. Folk art at it's best! Retains the original glass eyes in old working repaint.Some small cracks as shown around the head area as noted.

Carver: Budgeon Sampier

Weight: 10
Price: $375
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Budnick Curlew

Budnick Attributed, Curlew,Virginia
Attributed to Budnick from Virginia, this classic style Virginia Curlew is in great form and position. Very skillful rendition that appears very old on a driftwood base. Shown in the preening position; the body is chunky with a slot back neck typical of the Virginia style. Mint condition with nice raised wing tips. Length: 13"

Carver: Budnick

Weight: 15
Price: $225
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 C.M. Hoop Hen Mallard

Arributed to C.M. Hoop,Illinois
This hollow two piece Hen Mallard decoy has a tag on the bottom that says C.M. Hoop who may be an old Illinois River carver who I am just not familiar with, circa around 1940 all original condition as well as paint. Retains the original glass eyes, the bottom ballast weight has been removed and the neck is a little loose, but does not move more than 1/4". Very nice old Illinois River working decoy.

Carver: C.M. Hoop

Weight: 10
Price: $325
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 C.V Wells Milwaukee Drake Bluebill

C.V. Wells Factory, Milwaukee,WI.
15.5" long all original paint as well as condition with very sharp Factory stamp on the bottom. Note the detailed bill carving.

Carver:

Weight: 10
Price: $395
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 C.W. Chrysler Hen Whistler

C.W. Chrysler,Toronto,Ontario,Canada PRICE REDUCED!C21
Outstanding example of the very respected C.W. Chrysler's work in this particular decoy. Some touch-up paint to the head and neck and otherwise Mint condition as well as O.P. The best of this carvers form in a very rare example of his work in this condition. See page 123 of Ontario Decoys for this exact decoy by Paul Brisco.

Carver: C.W. Chrysler

Weight: 10
Price: $1075
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Canada Goose By Adam Yearwood

Adam Yearwood,Norwood,Ontario
Mint condition Canada Goose,Ca. 1970 by talented Ontario carver Adam Yearwood. In original paint as well as condition, this decoy shows wonderful form as well as bold paint. Especially of note is the long turned neck Sentry position of this carving. More photo's available upon request.

Carver: Adam Yearwood

Weight: 20
Price: $375
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Canada Goose Working Decoy

JOSEPH LINCOLN,Accord,Ma. PRICE REDUCED
Ca. 1st quarter 20th century. Classic Lincoln Canada goose in old coat of gunning repaint. Outstanding, yet simple form. Lincoln had a great talent in replication of what the species actually looked like. Small check in the neck and typical crack along the bottom of this working decoy. 25" Long

Carver: Lincoln, Joseph

Weight: 10
Price: $650
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Canvasback By Darwin Lovitt

Darwin Lovitt,Backbay,Virginia
High Head Canvasback from Virginia carver Darwin Lovitt in original paint as well as condition. Working decoy in great form with worn paint as shown attributed to in-use gunning wear. Decoy retains the original glass eyes and is a flat bottom solid wooden version of this carvers work.

Carver: Darwin Lovitt

Weight: 15
Price: $250
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Canvasback Drake Balsa Working Decoy

Unidentified West Coast Carver,CA.
Outstanding hollow low profile working decoy from the West Coast in original paint as well as condition. Excellent form constructed of probably Balsa around WW II. Upswept tail and flat bottom point to probably grasslands hunting use in or around the Sacramento valley region. Small drilled hole on bottom indicated decoy line support spot. Neck is intersting and appears to be inset as a seperate piece. Working Toller exibits very nice mellow Patina with some yellow streaks starting to show which appear to be the primer as seen in the photo's. Ca. 1930, certainly an investment grade decoy.

Carver: Unidentified

Weight: 10
Price: $750
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 CANVASBACK DUCK DECOY

WAUQUIOT FACTORY, FALMOUTH,MA., Ca. 1900
Extremly rare factory decoy from Cape Cod Ma., Ca. 1900 with bold original paint and a sleek body. It is believed that this family owned factory produced mostly Mergansers and so a Canvasback is a very rare find. Some rubs to the paint which is in use with a small crack to the neck. Two piece construction, approx. 16" by 5" with tack eyes. What a true gem. Factory: WAUQUIOT

Carver:
Wauquiot
Weight: 4
Price: $275
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Captain Harry Jobes Hen Bufflehead

Captain Harry Jobes,Harford County,MD. E 32
Ca. 1960 working decoy example of a Hen Bufflehead in original paint as well as condition. Near mint with a small knot that has caused a small crack on the bottom of the Bufflehead. Very nice example of this upper Chesapeake carvers talent passed on down through time by the most prolific and Jobes mentor, decoy carver Madison Mitchell. This is the rig mate to the Drake sleeper I have listed.

Carver: Jobes, Harry

Weight: 15
Price: $145
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 CARRY-LITE BLUEBILL

CARRY-LITE,INC.,MILWAUKEE,WI.
Early #702 Drake Bluebill decoy with a wooden base in 90% O.P. Bottom of the decoy as well as the bill has hunter touch-up as well as some of the black painted areas. Lightly hit by shot and still retains some on the inside of this old working decoy. Bears the Carry-Lite embossed keel on the bottom. Ca. 1939. Length: 13"

Carver:
Carry-Lite
Weight: 3
Price: $45
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 CARRY-LITE WAXED GEESE

CARRY-LITE DECOY FACTORY,MILWAUKEE,WI. F47
Rare vintage period standing waxed Canada Geese from Carry-Lite of Milwaukee Wisconsin. Set of six in O.P. as well as mint condition in all respects. An outstanding example for this factory. Set of six with original stakes and all are marked with the makers stamp on the inside. Approx. size: 20" high. Heads were made to be placed in several positions when placed in the field including sentry,upright,feeding,etc. Sold as a set.

Carver:
Carry-Lite
Weight: 15
Price: $125
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Cecile Anger Bluebill

Cecile Anger,Dunnville,Ontario
Very nice Bluebill done by Cecile Anger of Dunnville Ontario in original paint as well as condition. Mint condition in all respects in bold paint and great form. Detailed feather scratch painting, detailed carving to the tail feathers and bill and retention of the original glass eyes. Stamped in the makers hand on the bottom of a decoy intended as a working decoy, but never used as such. Investment grade!

Carver: Cecile Anger

Weight: 15
Price: $495
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Challenge Grade Mason Drake Mallard

Mason Decoy Factory,Detroit,MI., JY M01
Drake Mallard by Mason Decoy Factory, Challenge Grade in excellent original paint as well as condition, with some in-use gunning wear as shown, professional repair to crack along the back by Paul Fortin, Circa 1920-1924.

Carver:
Mason
Weight: 10
Price: $1875
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Charles Allen Scaup

Charles L. Allen,Bordentown,New Jersey,PRICE REDUCED!
Working Scaup decoy by famed carver C.L. Allen of Bordentown, New Jersey, Ca. 1940. Original paint as well as condition and the decoy still retains the original glass eyes as well as the leather strap during it's limited use in the water.Also, retains the Allen plate on the bottom that says, C.L. Allen Bordentown N. J.Near mint condition with a couple of very small and insignificant rubs to the paint. Very nice example of this carvers skill!

Carver: Charles Allen

Weight: 15
Price: $350
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Charles Buchanan Black Duck

Charles "Charlie" Buchanan,North Augusta,Ontario
Buchanan learned to carve decoys from Ferman Eyre and is reflected in his style. This solid Black Duck is in original condition as well as paint and is mint in all respects. Bill carving as well as detailed carving to the tail feathers evident. Signed in the makers hand in pencil. Early example of Buchanans work and his Black Duck hunting decoys are rare, especially in this condition. Wonderful bold paint as well as original glass eyes.

Carver: Charles Buchanan

Weight: 10
Price: $785
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Charles Buchanan Blue Wing Teal

Charles "Charlie" Buchanan,North Augusta,Ontario C 48
Late famed Ontario carver Charles Buchanan,1911-1990. One of the best examples of his work I have seen in mint condition and all original paint. Buchanan was a protege of Ferman Eyre a noted carver from Brockville,Ontario. This Blue Wing Teal has a very small crease on the head near the bill as shown. Signed in the makers hand in paint. This is the exact decoy pictured in the book, "Decoys of the Thousand Islands", page 138 shown with the Drake. This is a very rare example of a Buchanan decoy!

Carver: Charles Buchanan

Weight: 10
Price: $1250
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Charles Buchanan Pair of Canvasbacks

Charles Buchanan,North Augusta,Ontario C 47
Buchanan is a famed member of the Brockville legacy of great decoy carvers and was a protege of Ferman Eyre. This offering is an outstanding pair of Canvasback working decoys in original condition as well as paint. Mint condition with the exception of a very small dent on the back of the Drake as shown. However, it does not go through the paint. These working examples retain the original glass eyes. Great comb painting on the back and nice paint blending technique, especially on the Hen. These are signed in the makers hand in paint. Rig mates intended for the carvers personal use,but never used as they were made just before he passed away!

Carver: Charles Buchanan

Weight: 10
Price: $750
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Charles Hart 1/2 Flying Mallard

Charles Hart,Gloucester,MA.,RM 20E
A Charles Hart Mini flying Drake Mallard cut in half for mounting on a wall.Mint or near mint condition with no flaws noted in original paint as well as condition.

Carver: Hart, Charles

Weight: 10
Price: $350
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 CHARLES SCHOENHEIDER DRAKE MALLARD

CHARLES SCHOENHEIDER SR.,PEORIA,ILLINOIS
Ca.1854-1944. Highly repected Illinois River carver. Outstanding hollow Drake Mallard in the same style as the standing "Ice Duck" on the cover of "The Great Book Of Decoys" by Joe Engers. Some minor wear to the tips of the paint with a couple small rubs to the tail area, a small hairline crack around the neck and a very small separation where the decoy is joined in two halves. This decoy is O.P as well as to condition. However, some old hunter touch-up exists to the head, bill, neck and breast areas. Very rare in this condition and simply an outstanding example of a working Illinois River hunting decoy. Not the best example ever, but a good example at a great price!

Carver: Charles Schoenheider

Weight: 10
Price: $1495
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Charles Schoenheider Sr. Bluebill Drake

Charles Schoenheider Sr., Peoria,Illinois,MW 29
Structurally sound old Bluebill be Midwest carver Charles Schoenheider Sr. This working decoy is hollow with original glass eyes and is the best of this carvers form! Old repaint by Schoenheider Sr., intended for future use as a hunting decoy, but was not rigged after the paint job.

Carver: Charles Schoenheider

Weight: 10
Price: $275
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Charles Schoenheider Sr. Canada Goose Head

Charles Schoenheider Sr.,Peoria,IL.,MW 17
This offering is a Canada Goose head made by Charles Schoenheider Senior of Peoria,Illinois,(1854-1924). Until my trip to the Midwest Decoy collectors show recently, it was thought that Mr. Schoenheider died in 44 or some thought 34. However, after I had a meeting with his family, it is now known that he actually died in 1924, making this as well as all as Schoenheider Sr. decoys older that was once thought and probably as such, generally more valuable.

Carver: Charles Schoenheider

Weight: 10
Price: $275
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Charles Schoenheider Sr.Hen Mallard

Charles Schoenheider Sr.,Peoria,IL.,
Charles Schoenheider Sr. Hen Mallard working decoy in the style and form of this master carver repainted by Bud Hinck. Condition of this old working decoy is excellent retaining the original glass eyes. The weight on the bottom of this hollow rounded bottom decoy has been removed.

Carver: Charles Schoenheider

Weight: 10
Price: $450
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Charles Walker Mallard Silhouette

Charles Walker,Princeton,IL. 1876-1954
A rare offering from one of the Midwest carvers in the top five list of what to have as a collector! Mint condition in original paint. This Mallard drake silhouette "Ice Duck" decoy was probably commissioned by a well to do member of the exclusive Princeton Fish and Game Club as the decoy originated from a collector in that area. Noted are a couple of very small rubs to the paint and two knots which appear as a rust color as seen in the photo's. Decoy retains the original tack eyes and bottom board. Great, great, rare honest decoy!

Carver: Charles Walker

Weight: 15
Price: $3475
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 CHARLIE MOORE DRAKE MALLARD

CHARLIE MOORE,COPY OF CHARLES PERDEW DRAKE MALLARD
Decoy that appears to be a Charles Perdew drake mallard which was actually done by Charlie Moore. Excellent quality carving in terms of form and detailed paint which is replicated in the Perdew style. Decoy also bears the similar weight on the round bottom decoy to Perdews that bears the Perdew name. Decoy is in O.P and is in mint condition.

Carver: Moore, Charlie

Weight: 5
Price: $225
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Charlie Moore Drake Mallard

Charlie Moore Drake Mallard M32
Nice Drake Mallard in precise form and outstanding bold paint. Comb painting on the body and Mason type swirl technique on the breast. Bill detailing with original glass eyes. Original paint as well as Mint condition. A very nice addition to any collection. Signed on the bottom in the makers hand.

Carver: Moore, Charlie

Weight: 15
Price: $195
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Charlie Simmins Bluebill

Charlie Simmins,Hamilton Bay,Ontario (1862-1920)
A rare offering of a turn of the century working decoy from the carvers personal rig. The letters CRS are inserted under the tail. In tact pendulum weight at the base. Average wear to the paint considering the use as well as age.Signed in the makers hand on the bottom.Exceptional collectors grade decoy!

Carver: Charlie Simmins

Weight: 10
Price: $1975
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Chester Schutte Pr. Canvasbacks

Chester Schutte,Braddock Bay,Rochester,NY.,JY,
Pair of Chester "Chet" Schutte Canvasbacks, Braddock Bay (Lake Ontario) near Rochester, NY., very good (Drake) to excellent (Hen) original paint as well as condition, with some in-use gunning wear on sides of Drake, graceful high heads with detailed bill carving, glass eyes, rasp finish, keels have been removed, these decoys are from my personal collection, circa 1930's.

Carver: Chester Schutte

Weight: 10
Price: $895
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Chris Craft Swimming Black Duck

Chris Craft Boat Works,Christopher "Columbus" Smith

Carver:

Weight: 10
Price: $625
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Chris Smith High Head Canvasback Hen

Chris Smith,Algonac,MI.,
Chris Smith high head Canvasback. 17" very thin shell, long neck from the shop of Christopher Columbus Smith. One of several carvers who made this style of St. Claire Flats decoys. Chris Smith owned Chris Craft boat works and this is a nice example of his work in old working paint.

Carver:

Weight: 10
Price: $550
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 CHRIS SMITH REDHEAD HEN

ATTRIBUTED CHRIS SMITH, ONTARIO,CANADA
Decoy is strongly attributed to Christopher Columbus Smith decoy carver and owner of the Chris Craft boat company. In the classic Ward/Warin style. Solid decoy retains the original glass eyes and is showing paint loose in areas as shown. Decoy may have an old second coat of hunting paint. Condition is excellent.

Carver: Smith, Chris

Weight: 4
Price: $235
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Chris Sprague Drake Redhead

Chris Sprague,Beach Haven,N.J.
Drake Redhead working hollow decoy from the late Chris Sprague of Beach Haven, New Jersey. Ca. 1945 with keel and leather strap. Carving is real nice form and retains the original glass eyes. Paint is original on back and appears to be strengthened on the front, rear as well as the head. Fine age crack around the base of the neck as well as on the bill.

Carver: Chris Sprague

Weight: 15
Price: $150
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 CHRYSLER BLUEBILL PAIR

CHRYSLER (CRYSLER),BELLEVILLE,ONTARIO,CANADA. PRICE REDUCED!C16
Outstanding pair of Bluebills in great form and bold paint. Original Paint as well as condition. Decoys are hollow with paddle tails and retain the original glass eyes. Some in-use wear to the tips of the paint with several small rubs to the paint on the drake. Ca. 1910. Examples of this carvers work in this kind of condition are increasingly difficult to locate.

Carver: C.W. Chrysler

Weight: 15
Price: $975
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Clothes Pin Decoy Stand

Something for everyone! More choices means more satisfied customers which is job #1 at Mallar Decoys!

Carver:

Weight: 1
Price: $5
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Clovis LeFebvre Mini Drake Mallard

Clovis LeFebvre,Alexamdria Bay,N.Y.
7" Miniature Drake Mallard by Clovis LeFebvre, circa 1900 in original paint as well as condition. Flat bottom with outstanding cheek carving and great comb paint to the body which is unusual in a mini, with painted eyes. Very nice and important piece of Folk Art!

Carver:

Weight: 1
Price: $385
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Cooper Black

BILL COOPER,VERDUN,QUEBEC
Early Bill Cooper working black duck decoy. Original paint with signature deep relief feather carving with great detail to the bill and mandibles. Ligthly hit by shot with small knot hole on left breast. Tremendous form with rich dark patina. 15" Long

Carver: Cooper, Bill

Weight: 0
Price: $625
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Cranmer Mini Mallard

WILLIAM CRANMER, BEACH HAVEN,N.J.
Great miniature drake mallard by William Cranmer in excellent O.P. and condition with the exception of a small tail chip as shown. This 8" decoy has glass eyes and is signed on the bottom in the makers hand. Great paint in bold form by this talented craftsman.

Carver: Cranmer, William

Weight: 2
Price: $345
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Dallas Valley Raven

Dallas Raven, Prairie Du Chien,WI. JY
A Raven in a great pose by Dallas Valley of Wisconsin in excellent original paint as well as condition. Very unique style with raised wing tips, original glass eyes, mounted on a ornate wooden stand.

Carver: Dallas Valley

Weight: 10
Price: $410
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Dan Williams Green Wing Teal

Dan Williams Dayton,TN S1
Wonderful Green Wing Teal by Dan Williams of Dayton,TN. in original paint as well as condition. Bold wet over wet paint blending technique as well as intricate individual attention to the primary as well as secondary feathering. Raised and crossed tail feathers in a great turned head posture with glass eyes and bill carving. Signed on the bottom in the makers hand.

Carver: Dan Williams

Weight: 10
Price: $375
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Dan Williams Mallard Pair

Dan Williams,Dayton,TN.
Pair of Mallards in original paint as well as condition. Two piece hollow decoys with bill carving and tack eyes. Primer is starting to show through slightly on the bottom of the drake with a couple of very small rubs to the paint on the head and neck, otherwise mint in all respects. Decoys are branded on the bottom in the makers hand. Finely carved tails that come to a V point. Very nice!

Carver: Dan Williams

Weight: 20
Price: $350
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 DANZ FACTORY PAIR OF FIELD GEESE

JACOB DANZ CO.,ST.PAUL,MN.
Pair of early metal silhouette field Canada Geese decoys by the Danz factory. Decoys are old working tollers, Ca.1885-1915 with articulated heads.Original paint as well as condition mounted on stands. Some in-use wear to the paint. Patent stamp on the bottom of the decoy. Photo upon request.

Carver:
Danz
Weight: 7
Price: $350
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Davey Nichol Black Duck

Davey Nichol, Smith Falls, Ontario
Very early DW Nichol Black Duck in original paint as well as condition. Unsigned, as many of his early "gunners" were, this decoy exibits all the great style traits of this Smith Falls carvers best works. Decoy shows some light in-use wear with a rub to the top of the head as well as several nicks to the paint. This is an example of a DW Black Duck with a painted knuckle as shown. 16 1/2" long.

Carver: Nichols

Weight: 10
Price: $2775
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Davey Nichol Decorative Green Wing Teal

Davey Nichol, Smith falls,Ontario
Decorative flat bottom Green Wing Teal hen decoy by talented Smith Falls carver Davey "DW" Nichol in original paint as well as condition as shown. Excellent near mint condition in all respects in great form and is the best example of his talented painting ability. Signed on the bottom in the makers hand. This is as good an example of a teal decoy as you will find. 11" long. Quantity of Two of these available at the listed price, $1,875 each.

Carver: Nichols

Weight: 10
Price: $1875
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Davey Nichol Early Green Wing Teal

Davey "DW" Nichol,Smith Falls,Ontario
Early decorative period decoy signed on the bottom in the makers hand by talented Smith Falls caver Davey Nichol. Caved using white cedar using a spokeshave and then a draw knife to finish the form, the raised wing tips were achieved with three simple saw cuts, a signature Nichol trait along with the coggling of the bill root as seen. Close inspection along the sides of the decoy will show faint ridges left by the draw knife. 11" long in near mint excellent condition.

Carver: Nichols

Weight: 10
Price: $1875
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Davey Nichol Early Hen Goldeneye

Davey,DW Nichol, Smith Falls, Ontario
Early example of a great Davey Nichol, DW Hen Goldeneye in original paint as well as condition. This is a species and gender that Nichol did not do a lot of in great condition with some in-use gunning wear to the paint as shown. Head is not broken, but is a little loose. Note the coggling to the bill root, the three saw cut notch carving to the tail feathers and the use of the comb in this example to show the wing feathering. Great early DW example. 12" Long. Not signed which was not unusual in the early gunning birds Nichol produced.

Carver: Nichols

Weight: 10
Price: $1775
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Davey Nichol Early Whistler

Davey Nichol, Smith Falls,Ontario
Early unsigned working decoy by Smith Falls carver Davey "DW" Nichol of Smith Falls, Ontario. Original paint as well as condition and is being sold just as found with some in-use gunning wear to the tips of the paint as shown.Decoy has all the classic Nichol traits with wonderful form and nice wet paint blending that this Smith Falls carver is known for. 13 1/2" Long.

Carver: Nichols

Weight: 10
Price: $1250
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Davey Nichol Hen Bluebill

Davey Nichol,Smith Falls,Ontario
What many collectors feel is the best of the Smith Falls carvers, Davey Nichol with his representation of a Hen Bluebill decoy. In original paint as well as condition with detail bill mandible carving as well as Nichol signature raised wings and checker board tail feathers. Some in-use gunning wear to the paint on the head. Decoy has a second coat of paint on the bottom, probably placed there to act as a sealant. Oval ballast weight as shown in addition to an old leather strap placed well forward on the bottom to connect the decoy weight line to.Pure Nichol!

Carver: Nichols

Weight: 10
Price: $985
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 DAVEY NICHOL RARE HEN BUFFLEHEAD

DAVEY NICHOL,SMITH FALLS,ONTARIO
RARE SOLID BODY HEN BUFFLEHEAD IN ORIGINAL CONDITION AS WELL AS PAINT IN NEAR MINT TO MINT CONDITION. HAS ALL THE HALLMARK NICHOL TRAITS INCLUDING RAISED DETAILED WING FEATHER CARVING, BILL COGGLING AND GREAT PAINT TECHNIQUE. VERY COLLECTIBLE, MIDDLE PERIOD DECOY BY THE FAMED SMITH FALLS ONTARIO CARVER!

Carver:

Weight: 10
Price: $1200
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Davey Nichol Wood Duck Pair

DW Nichol,Smith Falls,Ontario
A pretty rare pair of mint condition DW Davey Nichol Wood Ducks in original paint as well as condition. Signed on the bottom with the classic Nichol signature that also says, 1968 (Age 78) on bottom. Carved using white cedar, the most durable option for Ontario decoys.He used aged wood that was dry like logs from old buildings that he trimmed with an axe.He then got the block to the right size using either a spokeshave or draw knife. The raised wings on the decoy were created by three simple saw cuts, a signature Nichol trait along with his use of the coggling tool used to give the bill root it's distinctive shape. Some of his best work and rare especially in this condition. Remember, Nichol only made 100 Hen Woodies.

Carver: Nichols

Weight: 10
Price: $5200
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 David Bundick Black Duck

David Bundick, Modestown,Virginia
Great turned head Black Duck by David Bundick who is no longer able to carve decoys. Original condition as well as paint in excellent condition. His wife Ann-Marie supplied the great feather detailed paint job to complete a great work of art! About 14" in length.

Carver:

Weight: 10
Price: $185
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Decoy Bags: Large - Tan Color

Decoy bags designed to protect your investment! Full size: 21" long by 12" wide. Three different fabrics to choose from. Fabric patterns and thickness may vary slightly according to availability. Quality will as always be first! Inside of bags are smooth and sewn on the sides. No bottom seams to catch on decoy wood. Heavy duty draw strings on all bags!

Carver:

Weight: 1
Price: $15
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 DECOY FACTORY MALLARD

THE DECOY FACTORY,ROCHESTER,NEW YORK
Hen mallard by The Decoy Factory of Rochester New York.Excellent O.P. and condition with nicely carved head and original glass eyes. Hollow decoy with the factory stamp on the bottom. Ca.1960's. Very nice decoy example from a factory that is not as well known as others.

Carver:

Weight: 4
Price: $225
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Decoys Unlimited Black Duck

Decoys Unlimited,Erie,PA.
JY Black duck in very good original paint and condition. Some in-use gunning wear and a couple of smudges from field use. Balsa body/pine head with very nice detailed feather carving. Factory stamp on bottom with glass eyes. Ca. 1960.

Carver:
Decoys Unlimited
Weight: 15
Price: $265
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Derelict Pigeon Decoy

Unidentified Carver,Europe or New England
Derelict ancient decoy that appears to be a Pigeon in as found untouched original condition. The form is as good as it gets with two holes in the bottom at about center line side by side. Tip of the bill is missing as well as both eyes. Decoy has a significant crack on one side as shown. Raised wings and tail feathers. About 12" Long by 4" in width. Circa 1880-1890.

Carver: Unidentified

Weight: 10
Price: $350
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Detroit Snugglehead Bluebill

Detroit River Attributed Bluebill,
Wonderful form in this example of a low head Bluebill attributed to the Detroit region. Heavy rasp work to the body in this original paint as well as condition "snuggle head" working decoy.Ca. 1955 with just wonderful lines and balance.

Carver: Unidentified

Weight: 10
Price: $180
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Dewey Pertuit Coot

Dewey Pertuit,Raceland,LA.
Very old folky Coot in a second coat of well worn gunning paint. This decoy from Louisiana was rigged for hunting and used as such with a "keel" weight still attatched to the bottom. Toller has a nice short upswept tail and glass eyes. Ca. 1935-1940 this must have been where the term "Old Coot" originated!!

Carver: Dewey Pertuit

Weight: 10
Price: $120
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 DEWEY'S METAL CROW JY

DEWEY'S METAL FOLDING DECOY CO.,(OUTING MFG. CO.),ELKHART,IN.
JY Metal working crow decoy in excellent O.P. as well as condition. See North American Factory Decoys on page 112 for more information on this company. Very unusual as well as investment quality decoy for a factory collector as well as an antique store. Ca. 1920's.

Carver:
Dewey's Outing MFG. Co.
Weight: 0
Price: $160
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Dewey's Metal Folding Crow

Dewey's Metal Folding Decoy's,Elkhart,In. JY
Metal folding Crow by Dewey's Metal Folding Decoy's(Outing MFG CO),Elkhart,IN., in excellent original paint as well as condition. See "NAFD" page 108,Ca 1960.

Carver:
Dewey's Outing MFG. Co.
Weight: 10
Price: $210
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 DEWITT WAKEFIELD DRAKE BLUEBILL

DEWITT WAKEFIELD,FREMONT,WI.
Drake Bluebill carved with great form "attitude" of early carvers like Wakefield. Wonderful dark rich patina in original paint. Structurally sound condition, Ca. early 1900's with expected wear to the paint consistent with an in-use gunner. Paint wear especially evident to the tail as well as the top of the head as shown. Retains original glass eyes. This is considered to be the earliest style of Wisconsin carvers, (1849-1912) and I believe this decoy is a later use of his earlier patterns. A great decoy for sure!

Carver: Dewitt Wakefield

Weight: 10
Price: $675
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Dick Janson Drake Mallard

Fresh Air Dick Janson,Sonoma Creek,CA.
Outstanding example in original paint of this carvers skill which has the Janson Skag. This decoy is in structurally near mint condition with a leather strap as well as a lead weight on the bottom. This working decoy has a very small rub to the top of the bill,a small chip to the rear of the skag on the bottom as well as a small amount of hunter touch-up to the white paint around the neck. Several typical in-use rubs to the paint exist especially along the tip points of the tail. Very fine example of this carvers work as well as a great addition to any West Coast or Mallard collection.

Carver: Fresh Air Dick Janson

Weight: 15
Price: $3275
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 DK Davey Nichol Early Hen Bluebill

"DK" Davey Nichol,Smith Falls,Ontario
Early wonderful example of the work of first generation carver DK Davey Nichol in original paint as well as condition.Old dark rich patina with very nice paint swirl in this early hollow example of his gunning birds. Small crack in the neck, although head is not lose. A small amount of paint loss due to age and gunning wear. 15" long. Please see Nichol Decoys by Gates, plate 98 for a very good example of this bird. Paint is not as detailed as the second generation Davey Nichol, but many of the carving traits are very similar. He was the brother of the third member of the Smith Falls triangle Addie Nichol.

Carver: Nichols

Weight: 10
Price: $1875
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 DK Nichol Hen Goldeneye

"DK" Davey Nichol,Smith Falls,Ontario
Late Period "DK" working example of a Hen Goldeneye in original paint as well as condition. DK was the uncle to the more commonly found and as such better known carver "DW" Nichol who was the nephew of this carver. A lot of collectors do not realize that there were two Davey Nichol.This Davey Nichol or "DK" was the brother of Addie Nichol. This working example of a Hen Goldeneye has many of the same traits as the decoys of "DW" as he learned to carve from his uncles. The paint however is not as detailed or as well done and the bill is shorter that later examples of the work of "DW". 13" long in original paint as well as condition, circa 1935 or so, carved from white cedar with a draw knife. Decoy also retains the original glass eyes. Hard to find species and condition of the first Smith Falls Davey Nichol.

Carver: Nichols

Weight: 10
Price: $1850
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 DODGE DRAKE BLUEBILL JY

Dodge DECOY FACTORY, DETROIT, MICHIGAN F57 JY
Drake bluebill by the Dodge factory. Old hunting toller in very good O.P. The decoy has seen a lot of time in the marsh and as such has a few dings as well as a small hole in the top of the head along with a few small shallow chips along the body. Bold paint with nice swirl technique on the breast,original Peterson glass eyes,detailed carving to the bill in this #1 Grade example as defined by this factory in the production of their decoys. A true antique factory decoy from the days of Market Gunning. Ca.1883 or possibly earlier.

Carver:
Dodge
Weight: 10
Price: $625
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 DODGE DRAKE BLUEBILL JY

DODGE DECOY FACTORY,DETROIT,MI. F49 JY
Dodge Factory drake bluebill in crisp strong O.P. as well as condition. Early vintage investment grade decoy, Ca.1885. Couple of small gunning rubs to the paint. Neck filler has been replaced. Retains original glass eyes.

Carver:
Dodge
Weight: 10
Price: $1675
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Dodge Drake Mallard

Dodge Decoy Factory,Detroit,MI F6
Solid body Drake Mallard from the Dodge Decoy Factory,Circa 1890. Over paint has been removed leaving a worn original surface with lots of original paint showing. The glass eyes as well as the weight on the bottom are also original.Neck filler has been replaced.

Carver:
Dodge
Weight: 10
Price: $475
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Don Faigley Duck Call

Don Faigley, Lancaster,Ohio O3
Textured Duck call from Don Faigley. Fine detail in original and mint condition with reed intact. Signed in the makers hand.

Carver: Don Faigley

Weight: 10
Price: $175
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Don Faigley Duck Head Call With Shell

Don Faigley,Lancaster,Ohio JY M24
Very nice duck call from Don Faigley which is all original and in mint condition. Carved duck head with silver band and shotgun shell as shown. Call is signed in the makers hand and retains the original reed.

Carver: Don Faigley

Weight: 10
Price: $225
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Don Parker Black Duck

Don Parker,Bay City,MI.,
Saginaw Bay Black Duck by Don Parker of Bay City, Michigan. 16" solid body work of art in original paint as well as condition. This is his early and very best style. See Decoys of Saginaw Bay for more information on this carver. Great form and paint blending!

Carver: Don Parker

Weight: 10
Price: $395
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Drake Bluebill Attributed to Ralph Johnston

Ralph Johnston,Detroit,MI.,Attributed,S
Solid body working Drake Bluebill with bottom keel attributed to Ralph Johnston of Detroit,Michigan. This decoy also could be the work of Ben Schmidt, because Johnston often worked up bodies on his band saw that were used by the Schmidt family of carvers. Johnston was a pattern maker by trade, carved 7,000 decoys approx., for commercial sale and personal use. This carver never has achieved the wide-spread popularity of Ben Schmidt. The decoy is in original paint as well as condition and has great form, detailed bill carving, incised feathers and nice form around the original glass eyes.

Carver: Ralph Johnston

Weight: 10
Price: $595
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Drake Bufflehead Decoy

Leavittown, Pennsylvania
Drake Bufflehead from Larry Mclaughlin. Noted carver in true to life form and bold paint. A few rubs to the points of the surface and small gunning touch-up underneath the bill. Very talented carver illustrating slot neck and raised wing form. Hollow 11" Long

Carver: McLaughlin, Larry

Weight: 2
Price: $150
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Drake Canvasback Bill Johnson

Bill Johnson,Saginaw Bay,Mi.
Drake Canvasback from Bill Johnson in original paint as well as conditon. In-use gunning wear to the paint as shown. Bold paint pattern and nice form in this old hunting antique. Retains the original glass eyes and is a flat bottom decoy typical of large water hunting decoys. Nice Michigan hunting Toller!

Carver: Bill Johnson

Weight: 15
Price: $650
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Drake Canvasback by William and Esther Sekkema

William and Esther Sekkema,MI. M4
Drake Canvasback by William & Esther Sekkema, circa 1990 in original paint as well as condition, retaining original glass eyes. Wonderful decorative decoy with fine bill detailing as well as the same for the tail.

Carver: Bill & Esther Sekkema

Weight: 10
Price: $525
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Drake Canvasback Contemporary

Drake Canvasback,Unidentified Carver,MW 34
Beautiful hollow carved Drake Canvasback in original paint as well as condition. Very nice form with raised tail feathers done by an unidentified carver.

Carver: Unidentified

Weight: 10
Price: $125
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Drake Herter's Bufflehead

Herter's Decoy Factory,Wascea,MN.
Drake Bufflehead by the Herter's Decoy Factory of Wascea,Minnesota. Near mint original paint as well as condition, retaining the original glass eyes. This is an older model Herter's as it does not have the "1893" stamp and the paint pattern on the earlier decoys was different as shown.

Carver:
Herters
Weight: 0
Price: $125
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Drake Mallard By Bill Enright

Bill Enright,Toledo,Ohio,M 89
Drake Mallard in great solid form in original paint as well as condition. This very nice gunning decoy,Circa 1940 is by Ohio carver Bill Enright of Toledo. Retains the original glass eyes as well as bottom keel. Very nice skill work with the feather detailing!

Carver: Bill Enright

Weight: 10
Price: $550
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Drake Mallard by Harold Gibbs

Harold Gibbs,Barrington,RI.,RM 19E
Mint condition mini Drake Mallard by Harold Gibbs of Barrington,Rhode Island in original paint as well as condition. Great paint and finite detail from the wing tips to the extreme detail of the painting.About 3.5 inches on a driftwood base. Says H Gibbs 1960 in pencil on the bottom.

Carver: Gibbs, Harold

Weight: 10
Price: $450
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 DRAKE MALLARD DECOY

MIKE VALLEY,PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, WI.
High head Drake Mallard in alert pose. Bold wet on wet paint mastery. Flat bottom, head turned slight left. Mint in all respects. This is a carver/painter who really get's it. Great addition to any collection, especially if you like Mallards. 17"

Carver: Valley, Mike

Weight: 3
Price: $425
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Drake Mallard Decoy

Barry Chauvin, Larose,Louisiana
The rig mate to the Hen, also in a swimming pose with fine wet blending paint technique. Great detail as to paint shading as well as bill and mandible carving. Rigged and hunted over with several rubs to the paint as well as a very small ding to the end of the tail. May have small amount of gunning touch up to the white ring around the neck. Overall excellent condition as to paint and structure. 15" Long

Carver: Chauvin, Barry

Weight: 3
Price: $0
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Drake Pintail By Leo Tocchini

Leo Tocchini,Livermore,CA.
JY Drake Pintail by Leo Tocchini,Livermore,California. Near mint O.P. as well as condition, this decoy was rigged,but never used, hair line crack in paint on one side of neck, retains original glass eyes, balsa body. See "Wildfowl Decoys Of The Pacific Coast" by Miller and Hansen for more information on this carver,Ca. early 1950's.

Carver: Leo Tocchini

Weight: 15
Price: $275
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Drake Pintail by Mason Challenge Grade

Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit,MI., JY
Drake Pintail by Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan,Challenge Grade in very good original paint as well as condition with some in-use hunting wear as shown, Circa 1896-1924,

Carver:
Mason
Weight: 10
Price: $1575
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Drake Redhead by Ben Schmidt

Ben Schmidt,Centerline,Michigan M19
Drake Redhead by Ben Schmidt of Centerline,Michigan, circa 1920. Early example with recent paint, original glass eyes,and a 1/2" bottom board.A nice Ben Schmidt, priced to sell!

Carver: Schmidt, Ben

Weight: 10
Price: $575
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Drake Redhead by Chris Smith

Christopher "Columbus" Smith,Algonac,MI.M7
Drake Redhead by Christopher Smith of Algonac Michigan, circa 1900.Chris Smith was the founder of the famous Chris Craft boat works. The body of this decoy has old working paint as well as more recent paint to the head and bill. Nice form and carving detail to the bill with original glass eyes.

Carver:

Weight: 10
Price: $500
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Drake Redhead by Win-Mun Boa-Beau,Walpole Island,O

Win-Mun Boa-Beau,Walpole Island,Ontario C5
Drake Redhead by Walpole Island,Ontario carver Win-Mun Boa-Beau in the classic Saint Clair Flats style in original paint as well as condition.Nice Bobtail style. Some light damage to the wood as well as the paint attributed to age as well as in-use gunning wear.

Carver: Win-Mun Boa-Beau

Weight: 10
Price: $875
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Drake Ringneck By Bill Goenne JY

Bill Goenne,King City,CA.
JY Drake Ringneck in near mint original paint and condition. Made of redwood or western red cedar. This decoy is hollow with very nice form and detailed bill carving. Retains the glass eyes.

Carver: Goenne, Bill

Weight: 10
Price: $225
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Drake Widgeon By Wildfowler

Wildfowler Decoy Factory,Old Saybrook,CT. F25 (2) JY
Very nice and important Drake Widgeon working decoy from Old Saybrook. No stamp which causes heartburn for some collectors, but obviously an Old Saybrook creation. This is the companies Superior Balsa model in very good to excellent original paint as well as condition. Some in-use gunning wear as seen on various areas of the body and the edge of the tail,(typical). Retains original glass eyes with detailed bill carving. Rare species for this decoy factory! C-1950's.

Carver:
Wildfowler
Weight: 10
Price: $375
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 DUNCHAN DUCHARM HEN CANVASBACK

DUNCHAN DUCHARM,DELTA MARSH,MANITOBA
Great example of an old "Horse Neck" toller once rigged and used for hunting in the Delta Marsh of Manitoba. Hen Canvasback in great form as well as O.P. Several small rubs to the surface of the paint with very small chip to the bill.Still retains ballast weight on bottom as well as line wound several times around the body as found.Paint is thought to be metal paint.This is the real deal, not an imitation.

Carver:

Weight: 5
Price: $895
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 DW Davey Nichol Drake Bluebill

DW Davey Nichol,Smith falls,Ontario
Early "DW" Davey Nichol working decoy. This Drake Bluebill is 13.5" long and Nichol's use of metallic paint blending is superb. Excellent detailing with the graining comb. Note the Stevens wing patch and the unusual J carving in the tail region. Some wear to the original paint attributed to in-use gunning.

Carver: Nichols

Weight: 10
Price: $1475
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 DW Nichol Blue Wing Teal Hen

Davey Nichol, Smith Falls, Ontario
Excellent mint to near mint condition in all honest original paint. Great Nichol form with classic bill root coggling and raised wing tips. Flat bottom decorative middle period piece from DW Davey Nichol, the best of the Smith Falls cavers. Great wet blending paint technique with very nice mellow patina. Just a great decoy.

Carver: Nichols

Weight: 10
Price: $1995
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 DW Nichol Drake Goldeneye

DW Davey Nichol, Smith Falls,Ontario
Davey Nichol Drake Goldeneye in original paint as well as condition. Great condition in this gunning example that has the classic Nichol form with three saw cut wings tips and clear bill root coggling. Retains the original glass eyes and believed to be a middle period DW decoy, unsigned on the bottom, but a Nichol no doubt. 14 1/2" long.

Carver: Nichols

Weight: 10
Price: $1475
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 DW Nichol Pair of Green Wing Teal

DW Davey Nichol,Smith Falls,Ontario
Pair of cedar carved DW Nichol Green Wing Teal. Early example, unsigned in striking Nichol form with typically great paint. Drake is mint in all respects as to both paint as well as condition. Hen is all original paint with a very slight tight neck crack due to drying of the wood. My favorite of the species and some of Nichol's best paint pattern. All the Nichol traits are present.

Carver: Nichols

Weight: 10
Price: $3500
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 DYE-CALL CO. PAIR OF PINTAILS

DYE-CALL COMPANY,SEATTLE,WA.
Pair of Pintails from the West Coast. Near Mint O.P. as well as condition. Very minor in-use wear. Molded from polyethylene based material. Ken Trayer, author of "NAFD" considers Dye-Call decoys to be the Cadillac of plastic decoys. See "NAFD" page 131 for more details on this company. Ca. early 1960's.

Carver:
Dye-Call Company
Weight: 10
Price: $135
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 E.E. Montgomery Duck Call

E.E. Montgomery, Oklahoma M23 JY
Hand caved duck call by E.E. Montgomery. Very well done skip checked call with single lanyard groove. Original condition, mint in all respects and retains original reed.

Carver: E.E. Montgomery

Weight: 10
Price: $145
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Early Factory X-Board Decoys BW

UNIDENTIFIED FACTORY PRODUCED X-BOARD SILOUETTE DECOYS. F53
Set of four factory produced X-Board decoys with original springs. Condition is O.P. and decoys are painted on both sides. One side is the Hen and the other side is the Drake example. The species include the Mallard, Teal,Redhead and Canvasback. Rare example in this condition.

Carver:
Unidentified
Weight: 15
Price: $300
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 East Coast Oyster Catcher

Unidentified East Coast,MM
Unidentified East Coast Carver probably either New Jersey or the Eastern Shore of Maryland.Original paint as well as condition. Detailed carving to the lower section of the tail. Nice piece!

Carver: Unidentified

Weight: 10
Price: $125
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 ELAM FISHER DUCK CALL JY

ELAM FISHER,DETROIT,MI.,1870-1930
Elam Fisher tongue pincher duck call with a rosewood barrel and horn bell in excellent working condition. Tight crack in bell.This is the earliest style duck call known and was first discovered in a Currier print,Ca. 1854,entitled "Wild Duck Shoot". Nice example.

Carver:
Elam Fisher
Weight: 10
Price: $150
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Ellis Hen

BILLY ELLIS,1865-1963,WHITBY,ONTARIO
Outstanding high head Hen Mallard in original paint. Some in-use gunning wear to this working decoy with a neck seperation present and slight head loose effect. Carved mandibles with great form and detail. Initials carved into bottom read either NS or SN? Also stamped JCM. Overall Very Good to Ex. condition. Length:17"

Carver: Ellis, Billy

Weight: 15
Price: $975
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Ellis Mallard Drake

BILLY ELLIS,1865-1963,WHITBY,ONTARIO
Terrific low head solid body drake mallard in original paint with small touch-up to underside of the tail. Oversized toller that was rigged for hunting and used as such. Gunning paint lose as shown to primer in several spots. Nail bill and finely detailed mandible carving. Some slight wear to the tail area. Overall Good to Excellent. Length:18"

Carver: Ellis, Billy

Weight: 3
Price: $650
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Elmer Crowell Drake Mini Mallard

A. Elmer Crowell,East harwich,MA.,RM 17E
Stunning Mini Drake Mallard by A. Elmer Crowell of East Harwich,MA. in original paint as well as condition in mint to near mint condition. Outstanding old dry patina and striking paint pattern by the master former Harwich carver. Square stamp on the bottom as shown.

Carver: Crowell, Elmer

Weight: 10
Price: $2500
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Elmer Crowell Hen Mallard Mini

Elmer Crowell,East Harwich,MA,RM 18E
Superb example of the work of A. Elmer Crowell in original paint as well as condition with no flaws noted and the much sought after Hen Mallard mini on an oval base with the blue ribbon stamp on the bottom. This piece simply speaks for itself!

Carver: Crowell, Elmer

Weight: 10
Price: $2500
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Elmer Crowell Oversized Black Duck

Elmer Crowell, East Harwich,MA.,25E PRICE REDUCED!
Oversized Black Duck by Elmer Crowell, East Harwich,MA.,excellent original paint as well as condition with a professional tail chip repair, hair line tight crack on the back extending into the tail as well as the bottom, 17 1/2" in length, original glass eyes, bill carving detail, C-1920.

Carver: Crowell, Elmer

Weight: 10
Price: $4300
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Elmer Crowell Preening Black Duck Rare

Elmer Crowell, East Harwich,MA.,24E PRICE REDUCED!
Very rare and important Preening Black Duck by Elmer Crowell of East Harwich, MA., strong original paint as well as condition with very light wear to bare wood on the back, original glass eyes, detailed bill definition, multiple rectangular stamps on the bottom, Investment Quality Decoy!!! C-1920.

Carver: Crowell, Elmer

Weight: 10
Price: $14000
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 ENGLISH WOOD PIGEON

UNIDENTIFIED MAKER,ENGLAND,UK. English wood Pigeon in excellent O.P. as well as condition. Mounted on a wooden stand. Nice form in great paint. Wood Pigeons are a very sought after and stable game species hunted in many parts of the U.K. Nice addition to any collection.

Carver: Unidentified

Weight: 5
Price: $275
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Ernie Fox Black Duck

Ernest Edward"Ernie" Fox,Brockville,Ontario C 46
Ernie Fox was one of Brockville's last commercial carvers. The late noted Ontario carver(1925-1988) produced this working Black Duck decoy in the early phase of his carving career. Near mint decoy with a crack in the neck as shown, but is tight and the head is not loose. Photo may show what appears to be a larger crack than is actually visable with the naked eye due to magnification. The crack does not go all the way around the neck. Fox Blacks are sought after by collectors and are rare in this condition which is original paint as well as retention of the original glass eyes.

Carver: Fox,Ernie

Weight: 10
Price: $575
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Evans Coot

Evans Decoy Factory,Ladysmith,WI. F 5
Rare Evans Coot working decoy. Early example from the Evans factory which was more or less an experimental species for Evans as they are fairly rare. Evans production was from 1921-1932.

Carver:
Evans
Weight: 10
Price: $250
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Evans Drake Bluebiil

Evens Decoy Factory,Ladysmith,WI. F4
Drake Bluebill by Walter Evans of Ladysmith ,Wisconsin, circa 1920 in original paint as well as condition with original glass eyes.Rubber stamped on the bottom. Condition is very good to excellent with a small crack at the base of the neck and on the bottom which is typical, especially his earlier birds.

Carver:
Evans
Weight: 10
Price: $1450
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 EVANS DRAKE CANVASBACK

EVANS DECOY FACTORY,LADYSMITH,WI.
Drake Canvasback Mammoth grade in excellent O.P. as well as condition. Some typical in-use wear including a few light shot marks. Tight check in neck which does not go all the way through. Hairline crack on bill. Decoy retains the original glass eyes with nice full wing painting. Ca. 1927-1934

Carver:
Evans
Weight: 7
Price: $1375
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Evans Drake Canvasback

Evans Decoy Factory,Ladysmith,WI. F56
Evans Drake Canvasback which is the Mamouth grade in excellent plus original paint as well as condition. Some in-use gunning wear as noted. Retains the original glass eyes, bill carving as well as the Factory stamp. Ca. 1927-1934.

Carver:
Evans
Weight: 15
Price: $1275
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Evans Drake Canvasback

Evans Decoy Factory, Ladysmith,WI., F 16 JY
Drake Canvasback by the Evans decoy factory of Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Mamouth grade in excellent original paint as well as condition, retains the original glass eyes, bill carving, never been rigged. For some reason the factory stamp was removed from the bottom.SUPER DECOY! Circa 1927-1934.

Carver:
Evans
Weight: 10
Price: $1595
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Evans Drake Canvasback

Evans Decoy Factory,Ladysmith,WI., JY F95
Drake Canvasback by Evans Decoy factory, Ladysmith,Wisconsin, Mammoth Grade, very good original paint as well as condition, with some in-use gunning wear as seen, small tail chip, original glass eyes, bill carving, Evans stamp on the bottom, C-1896-1934.

Carver:
Evans
Weight: 10
Price: $585
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Evans Hen Mallard

Evans Decoy Factory,Ladysmith,WI.
Evans Hen Mallard which is a standard grade in excellent original paint as well as condition with some in-use gunning wear to the tips of the paint as shown. Early loop painting on back with a couple nails into the dowel of the neck. Old coat of green paint on bottom. Factory stamp, Ca. 1927-1934.

Carver:
Evans
Weight: 15
Price: $975
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Everett Sinnet Drake Merganser

Everett Sinnet ,Bailey's Island,Maine PRICE REDUCED! E 24
Another offering from a Maine decoy carver of long ago, Everett Sinnet of Bailey's Island Maine (1862-1942). This working Drake Red Breasted Merganser is Ca.1900 and shows great folky form the Maine School carvers are known for with inlet head, painted eyes and a small crest on the back of the neck. Bill was a partial replacement and paint was touched up on the bill, head and to areas of the main part of the body. Very large Toller which is sleek and racy just like a shell drake Toller should be. This is truly finest kind!Just goes to show Gus Wilson, Willie Ross and George Huey were not the only carvers from Maine with a talent for making a block of wood come alive!

Carver: Everett Sinnet

Weight: 10
Price: $1200
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Ferman Eyre Black Duck

Ferman Eyre,Brockville,Ontario C 49
The decoys produced by Ferman Eyre were sought after by U.S. as well as Canadian hunters alike. This is a fine example of a Ca. 1930's Black Duck working decoy prized by collected as this carvers finest work! This is a hollow two piece example with a very slight separation at the seam as shown. The bottom was planed to allow the decoy to be placed on a shelf. Minimal wear to the tips of the paint for a working decoy of this age and as such a rare find in this condition. Fine scratch painting on the head. A great example of Eyre's work!

Carver: Ferman Eyres

Weight: 10
Price: $1050
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Ferman Eyres Black Duck

Ferman Eyres,Brockville,Ontario
Black Duck carved by the late Ferman Eyres of Brockville,Ontario,Canada.Ca. 1935 in original paint as well as condition. Some rubs to the paint as shown attributed to in-use gunning wear. His decoys are highly sought after by collectors and are well documented in several reference books such as "Ontario Decoys", book 1 and 2 by Bernie Gates and Decoys Of The Thousand Islands" by Jim Stewart. This hard to find "Guard Black Duck" owned and hunted over originally by the late Ernie Fox, has been held in a private Canadian collection for over 30 years. Please note the unique feather scratch paint which is an Eyre trademark!

Carver: Ferman Eyres

Weight: 15
Price: $625
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Floyd Wallace Merganser

Floyd or Amos Wallace,Bailey Island,Maine PRICE REDUCED! E 25
Wonderful over sized wide body Merganser by one of the members of the Wallace family from Bailey Island Maine. Fantastic form and a very effective toller to bring in the Mergansers often used over salt water along shore. Some paint strengthening to the back, head including bill as well as grey area around base of neck. Horse hair is not original. A real work of folk art and one of my favorites as the form is as good as it gets from the Maine school of carvers. Decoy was found in a house at Small Point Maine.

Carver: Floyd or Amos Wallace

Weight: 10
Price: $1275
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Flying Canada Goose

ROY CONKLIN, ALEXANDRIA BAY, NEW YORK
Stunning flying Canada Goose. Life size example meant to be hung on the wall. This is the best full size example of any Conklin we have seen. Great patina,outstanding form and structurally excellent. Carver: ROY CONKLIN

Carver: Conklin, Roy

Weight: 6
Price: $17000
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Flying Mallard Decoy

Attributed to Merle Franklin,Dunville,On.
Great flying Mallard carving attributed to the work of Merle Franklin of Dunville Ontario who was a student of Peter Pringle. Some small rubs to the paint attributed to age, Circa 1945-1949. Carving is all hand carved wood including the head. Mallard is about 27" from wing tip to wing tip and about 21" from the tip of the tail to the tip of the bill. Great patina in all 100% original condition. This would make a great addition for any collector. A great piece of folk art!

Carver: Merle Franklin

Weight: 10
Price: $475
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Flying Quebec Merganser

Attributed to Charles Fournier,Saint-Anicet,Quebec
Important and unusual antique flying Merganser decoy attributed to the work of Charles Fournier of Quebec,Ca. 1940. In original condition as well as paint except a small noted amount of possible touch-up to the red on the breast. Wings are metal and the rest is solid wood with a very unusual hook on the back as shown. This flyer is very large and is approx. 22" in length with a wing span of 32". Carving detail to the head with crest and tack eyes. Very folky appeal and the flyer does have a hook attached to the back, so it may be hung. Very nice piece!

Carver: Charles Fournier

Weight: 25
Price: $475
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 FOLDING J.W. REYNOLDS MALLARDS JY

J.W. REYNOLDS DECOY FACTORY,FOREST PARK,IL. F46 JY
Folding Illinois river V-Board of (3) Mallards by J.W. Reynolds. Very good original paint as well as condition. Some in use wear to the paint as these were hunted over. See "NAFD" page 162. Ca. 1930's with factory stamp on the bottom.

Carver:
J.W. Reynolds
Weight: 15
Price: $195
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 FRANK CASSINI HEN MALLARD

FRANK CASSINNI,LONG GROVE,ILLINOIS PRICE REDUCED! MW 32
Wonderful early turned head Hen Mallard in great form and bold paint. Canvas over cork example. Most of his decoys were machine turned Balsa. This was a prototype decoy done for Al Ries who also lived in Long Grove for his new factory Tru Dux. O.P. as well as condition in a fine example that has a lot more detail than Al Ries examples. Outstanding rare decoy!

Carver: Frank Cassini

Weight: 10
Price: $2800
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Frank Cassini Miniature Drake Mallard

Frank Cassini,Galesburg,IL.,
Miniature Drake Mallard carved by famed Illinois carver Frank Cassini of Galesburg,Illinois in original condition with some paint touch-up on the head with limited paint loose around the neck as well as under the tail. Cassini was a taxidermist and these are the original taxidermy eyes. Great feather detailing to the paint. Carving is about 6" long with a sticker on the bottom that says "Mallard Drake from Galesburg,ILL, C 1949.Light Balsa body with pine head.

Carver: Frank Cassini

Weight: 10
Price: $250
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Frank Cummings Drake Bluebill

Frank Cummings,Harsen's Island,MI. M9
Drake Bluebill by Frank Cummings of Harsen's Island,Michigan,Circa 1940 in original paint as well as condition. Retains the original glass eyes, very good to excellent condition in all respects.

Carver: Frank Cummings

Weight: 10
Price: $1150
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Frank Martin Canvasback

Attributed to Frank Martin,Lasalle,Ont.,Canada Bobtail Drake Canvasback with original bottom keel and glass eyes. Appears to be a second old coat of gunning paint and paint is flaking on the head. Condition remains near mint to mint and the carving is attributed to Frank Martin of Lasalle Ontario who I believe was the maker of this old toller that has seen a lot of time in the marsh.

Carver: Frank Martin

Weight: 15
Price: $275
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Frank Strey Coot

Frank Strey,Osh Kosh,Wisconsin, MW 24
Over sized Coot working decoy by famed Midwest carver Frank Strey in original condition. Several small age cracks to the body including one to the neck area with in-use gunning wear to the paint as seen.Great Wisconsin Coot by one of it's best carvers!

Carver: Frank Strey

Weight: 10
Price: $475
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Fred Allen Hen Mallard

Fred Allen,Princeton,Illinois M29 PRICE REDUCED!!
Very rare Hen Mallard by old time carver Fred Allen of Princeton,Illinois in original condition. Solid body,very sound decoy that has sat on a collectors shelf for over 40 plus years. Retains the original short paddle tail and flat bottom Allen was noted for. Original paint except some old touch-up to the bill area. Very rare decoy for the maker in this condition, early first quarter 19th century and as such, highly collectible.

Carver: Fred Allen

Weight: 10
Price: $4400
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Fred Allen Hen Mallard

Fred Allen,Princeton,Illinois
One of the best examples of a Fred Allen decoy you will see in this very early Drake Mallard example with in use wear to the paint which is even and in all the proper places. This decoy has never been touched and retains the original glass eyes with flat short paddle tail and flat bottom. Solid decoy has a ring on the front bottom and was used to hunt over. An outstanding investment grade decoy and as good as they get!

Carver: Fred Allen

Weight: 12
Price: $7500
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Fred Mott Mallard Drake

Fred Mott,Pekin,Illinois
Fred Mott Drake Mallard working decoy in an old second coat of paint, original condition as far as the body and head goes and retains the original glass eyes. Solid body decoy about 15" in length. The lead ballast weight on the bottom has been removed.

Carver: Fred Mott Sr.

Weight: 10
Price: $275
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Fred Mott Sr. Drake Mallard

Fred Mott Sr.,Pekin,IL.,
Fred Mott Drake Mallard which is a heavy solid body decoy in a second coat of hunter paint. Several small dings and a very slight age crack around the base of the neck. Weight has been removed from this working example of a great Illinois River carver, Fred Mott Senior.

Carver: Fred Mott Sr.

Weight: 10
Price: $325
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Fred Napanee Drake Bluebill

Fred Napanee,Toronto,Canada
Another offering from the Toronto school of carvers. Mint condition Drake Bluebill signed on the base twice in the makers hand. Retains the original glass eyes and the carver's use of scratch paint detailing sets him apart.

Carver: Fred Napanee

Weight: 10
Price: $495
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Full Size Canada Goose By John Leduc

John Leduc,Notre-Dame-de-L'lle-Perrot,Quebec
Full size Canada Goose attributed to John Leduc of Quebec in original paint as well as condition. A similar reference to this decoy can be found on page 29 of "Waterfowl Decoys From The Shores Of Suroit To The Region Of Sorel" by Michel Be'asle. Very detailed and bold paint with carving detail to the tail and head. The same carver also did the black duck shown in photo #1. Rigged for hunting, but used on a very limited basis.

Carver: John Leduc

Weight: 20
Price: $1475
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 G. SOULE WHISTLER

GEORGE SOULE,FREEPORT,MAINE
Early drake goldeneye by George Soule probably around the time he was a hunting partner and friend of LL. Bean in Freeport Maine. Cork body with a classic pine head in O.P. and condition with some in-use gunning wear. Glass eyes intact,Ca.1940. I have spent many days hunting over great Soule Decoys that were made exclusively for LL. Bean at the Decoy Shop!

Carver: Soule, George
LL. Bean (The Decoy Shop)
Weight: 3
Price: $185
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 G.Fred Finfrock Teal C1

G.Fred Finfrock,Canada C1
Stunning work of art in this Green Wing Teal by G.Fred Finfrock in wonderful posture with a 45 degree turned head and a raised foot. Raised Primary as well as Secondary tail feathers and very intricate detail to the paint, bill carving and individual burning of the feathering. I love the cheek carving below the eyes on this decoy! Signed on the bottom in the makers hand. Decoy is Hollow and is mint in all respects. A great contemporary addition to any collection!

Carver: G. Fred Finfrock

Weight: 10
Price: $395
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Gadwell Working Decoy

Illinois River Gadwell, Unidentified Maker,MW 36
Illinois River solid decoy in old paint as well as original condition that seems to fit Gadwell markings. The bottom has been planed off to allow balance on a shelf. The back is branded A.H.L. plus a large P.The form looks very similar to Vern Cheesman from Macomb Illinois., but this example might actually be older.

Carver: Unidentified

Weight: 10
Price: $425
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 GE Model Mason Drake Mallard JY

Mason Decoy Factory,Detroit,MI.
JY Drake Mallard by Mason. Standard grade GE model with very good original paint and condition. Some in-use wear to the paint with two small tight cracks to the body. Ca. 1896-1924.

Carver:
Mason
Weight: 10
Price: $395
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 George Bacon Goldeneye

George Bacon,Burlington,Vermont PRICE REDUCED! E 26
Old Hen Goldeneye carved by well respected Vermont carver George Bacon in original condition and bold form for this Hen Whistler. Decoy has an old coat of wash and is 98% worn back to the original surface. Head has probably been put back on at some point and a small crack is forming around it's base. Paint is evenly worn due to age and in-use gunning wear.A small crack to the wood on the back at center line is evident. A very nice addition to any New England collectors room of decoys as a Bacon in this condition is very hard to find.

Carver: George Bacon

Weight: 10
Price: $675
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 George Barto Pintail

George "Skippy" Barto,Joliet,Illinois MW 10
Drake Pintail from Midwest well known carver George "Skippy" Barto of Joliet Illinois. Working decoy was painted in the Elliston pattern and maintains the original structural condition as well as nice lines Barto was known for.

Carver:

Weight: 10
Price: $875
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 George Boyd Merganser

George Boyd, Seabrook,New Hampshire
George Boyd Red Breasted Merganser in stunning form and original body paint. Professional partial bill replacement as well as repaint to the bill and head. The rest of the decoy is untouched and mint condition in all respects. The decoy retains some great old paint swirls done with Boyds handmade paint brust strokes so easy to spot. The neck has a very small hairline crack. The body is oversized and very solid and as such a heavy decoy with a large hand crafted weight as well as two old leather straps on the bottom. This decoy was sold by Willie Ross and hunted over by Ross in the early 1900's.

Carver: Boyd

Weight: 20
Price: $3900
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 George Brunnet Black Duck

George Brunnet,Belleville,Ontario
Black duck carving by the late George Brunet of Belleville Ontario. Ca. 1950's in original paint as well as condition. Retains the original glass eyes. Rigged for hunting and used as such with very nice scratch feather painting. Used for 20 years in a friends personal hunting rig. Additional photo's available upon request.

Carver: George Bunnet

Weight: 15
Price: $375
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 George Kessler Drake Mallard

George Kessler,Pekin,IL.
Drake Mallard working decoy done by George Kessler of Pekin,Illinois,(1868-1955). 15" long, two piece hollow working decoy, circa 1920 in original condition as well as paint. Great form and great old dry paint to the surface. Detailed bill carving. On the bottom is the inscription that says,"Buck and Merk Gun Club, Rice Pond. Great old decoy in great condition!

Carver: George Kessler

Weight: 10
Price: $725
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 George Wood Snow Goose

George Wood, Beach Grove,British,Columbia, JY
Snow Goose by George Wood, Beach Grove, British Columbia in very good original paint with some touch-up in the head area, hollow, painted eyes, Circa-1949. A Snow Goose is a very unusual species found as decoys and would make a great addition to any collection!

Carver: George Wood

Weight: 10
Price: $295
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Gerald Robertson Mini Canada Geese

Gerald Robertson,Blue Hill,MainePRICE REDUCED!
Outstanding pair of Gerald Robertson miniature Canada Geese mounted on driftwood. Ca.1939 in outstanding form as seen. Dead mint condition and all original as to paint as well as structural integrity! One of the best examples of this carvers work, especially as a miniature rendition. Both birds pictured have tack eyes and the Goose on the right is posed in the feeding position.Wonderful bold paint and rich dark old patina make this pair investment quality. If you collect Maine decoys, this is a must have. Signed Robertson in the makers hand as shown on the back of the driftwood just below the tails. Also, signed in the makers hand on the bottom of the driftwood, Hand Carved and Painted by G Robertson Blue Hill Maine and then off to one side it say's, Canada Geese. Approx. Size: Feeder: 12" Long x 3" Wide Standing:10" Long x 3" Wide. This is a must purchase for any collector!

Carver: Robertson, Gerald

Weight: 15
Price: $800
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Geyer Black Duck

MILTON GEYER,GREEN BAY,WISCONSIN
Early example of Wisconsin carver who carved this black duck out of cork with detailed crossed wing tips as well as a type of chip carving technique to give the feathering a realistic look. Head is wood in a slight turned position. Retains the glass eyes and appears to be original paint with some wear to the tip of the tail area as shown.Original centerboard attatched to the bottom for ballast in big water. Length:19"

Carver: Geyer, Milton

Weight: 3
Price: $375
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Great Horned Owl By John Hyatt (JY)

John Hyatt,Pekin,Illinois (JY)
Great Horned Owl by John Hyatt of Pekin,Illinois. Excellent original paint as well as condition with some in-use wear as shown. Professional repair to the left ear by Allen Weidhass. Retains the original glass eyes. This decoy is one of about only 500 Owls Hyatt made for the P.S. Olt Company. The Owl was marketed with Olt's cardboard Crow decoys and E-1 Crow Call,Ca. 1935.

Carver: John Hyatt

Weight: 10
Price: $1995
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Green Wing Teal Attributed to Louisiana

Unidentified Carver, Louisiana Attribution
Very folky example painted as a Green Wing Teal decoy which is in a second coat of strengthened paint. Short decoy about 8" in length with hand painted markings that say Teal Phil PA., which I believe refers to the owner of the decoy as opposed to the carver and therefore the region of it's origin which I attribute to Louisiana. This is a solid body decoy and the head is connected with a wooden dowel with an open hole on the bottom. Ca. 1955 approx.Carver is not identified at this time.

Carver: Unidentified

Weight: 15
Price: $85
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Gumpy Gilbert Black Duck

Gumpy Gilbert,Trenton,NJ. E 9
Stylish 1930's decoy from New Jersey carver Gumpy Gilbert. This Delaware River style Black Duck in its most simple form is done by one of the better Carvers of his time and is a rare example of great folk art!

Carver: Gumpy Gilbert

Weight: 10
Price: $475
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Gundelfinger Rare Hen GW Teal

Gundelfinger Wood Products Co.,Jefferson City,MO.,F20 JY
RARE GW Teal by Gundlefinger Factory. Grand Prix model in excellent original paint as well as condition with some in-use wear, detailed bill carving, original glass eyes, nice scratch paint, Circa 1925-1929.

Carver:
Gundelfinger
Weight: 10
Price: $695
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 GUNDLEFINGER BLUE WING TEAL

GUNDELFINGER WOOD PRODUCTS CO., JEFFERSON CITY,MO.
Drake blue wing teal by the Gundelfinger factory. Grand Prix model in excellent condition as well as O.P. Some in-use gunning wear as it was used as a working decoy. Retains the original glass eyes. Old toller has nicely detailed carving to the head and the bill. Hollow decoy with bold paint blending on the back giving the illusion of feathers.Ca. 1925-1929.

Carver:
Gundelfinger
Weight: 4
Price: $825
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 GUYON BLACK DUCK

GEORGES GUYON,QUEBEC,CANADA
Excellent O.P. in overall good condition with some wear of the paint to the tail area,wings and head. Small shallow chip to one side of decoy as showm. Glass eyes,intricate bill carving and great lines with raised wings similar to the style of Gus Wilson of Maine. Georges was a boat builder by trade and carved decoys as a sideline as did many decoy carvers. Very good example of a working Quebec decoy.

Carver: Guyon, Georges

Weight: 4
Price: $295
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Half Pintail Hen by Savoie

Amateur Savoie, Neguac,NB,Canada
The best of the best of the best known of the New Brunswick carvers, Amateur "Mat" Savoie. Part of a collection all shown on my site purchased directly from Savoie right out of his barbershop by the consigners father years ago when he was younger and present during these trips to get a haircut and purchase a decoy or two!Savoie produced between 6-7,000 decoys, but less than 100 of these decorative half ducks. Note the great notations on the unpainted side of the decoy. These can be set on a shelf or hung on the wall as most have hooks. Great piece of folk art!

Carver: Amateur Savoie

Weight: 10
Price: $425
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Half Size Canada Goose

PRICE REDUCED!! M43
Half Size Canada Goose decoy attributed to the Midwest in original paint as well as condition. Solid Body with a slightly turned head in very nice form and has retained the original glass eyes. Small crack all the way around the neck. Head is not loose. In addition, please note a very small crack running mid line along the right side of the body. Decoy has the initials E Allen under the tail.

Carver: E. Allen

Weight: 0
Price: $195
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 HANSEN FACTORY V-BOARD MALLARDS

N.C. HANSEN FACTORY,ZIMMERMAN,MN.
Set of metal silhouette V-Board mallards in very good O.P. and condition. Some minor gunning wear as expected. Nels Hansen was best noted for his broadbill duck calls, but in the early 1930's he also began producing sets of V-Board mallards. See "NAFD" page 187 for more information on this company. Ca. 1930's to 1940's.

Carver:

Weight: 4
Price: $165
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Harold Wilkens Black Duck

Harold Wilkins,Owens Sound,Ontario PRICE REDUCED
Harold Wilkins Black Duck which shows a wonderful long sleek form. Not in original paint as once thought.Small original dark glass eyes.Some primer beginning to show as seen all due to in-use gunning wear. Flat bottom with detail bill carving. See for a reference on this decoy, page 109, Bernie Gates,"Traditions In Wood".

Carver: Harold Wilkins

Weight: 10
Price: $300
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Harris Black

KEN HARRIS,WOODVILLE,NEW YORK
Outstanding balsa working decoy with wonderful scratch paint in great form. Head is loose. Some wear to the tail and has been hit in several places by shot. Retains the rudder as well as the Harris stamp. Length:18"

Carver: Harris, Ken

Weight: 10
Price: $200
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Harris Pintail

PINTAIL DECOY,KEN HARRIS,WOODVILLE,NEW YORK
Vintage Ken Harris Pintail hunting decoy with slight turned head and carved wing feathers. Head has a small crack and is loose. Hit by light shot with a very small hunters repair on top of decoy. Some minot paint rubs to the sides of the head and the end of the tail. Still retains the rudder and is stamped Ken Harris Decoys Woodville New York. Nice form is a somewhat more uncommon species for Harris. Length: 20" Long

Carver: Harris, Ken

Weight: 5
Price: $325
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Harry Jobes Drake Bluebill

Harry Jobes, Havre de Grace,Maryland 11E
Mint to near mint condition Drake Bluebill by Captain Harry Jobes of Maryland in original condition as well as paint. Nice form and good attention to detail especially with the paint swirling of the feathering on the back of this solid body decoy.

Carver: Jobes, Harry

Weight: 10
Price: $175
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Harry Jobes Drake Pintail Sleeper

Captain Harry Jobes, Harford County,MD. E 31
Captain Harry Jobes Pintail decoy in original paint as well as condition. Trained in the upper Chesapeake tradition of decoy making by the famed Madison Mitchell, Jobes has carried on the tradition and certainly the style very similar to Mitchell's. Near mint condition with a small hairline crack in the tail and a small knot in the wood on the lower right bottom side of the decoy as shown. This is the rig mate to the hen I have listed.

Carver: Jobes, Harry

Weight: 15
Price: $145
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Harve Daverne Black Duck

Harve Daverne,Brighton,Ontario PRICE REDUCED
Black Duck working decoy in outstanding form. Original paint as well as condition, retaining the carvers original glass eyes. Nice detail to the feather paint in this flat bottom bobtail decoy,Ca. 1940. See Bernie Gates, pages 92-93 for a good reference on this decoy. A few small rubs to the paint especially on the head as shown as well as a hairline crack at the base of the neck attributed to in-use gunning wear. This is a very good example in excellent condition for this maker.

Carver: Daverne, Havre

Weight: 10
Price: $750
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 HAYS HEN PINTAIL

HAYS DECOY FACTORY,JEFFERSON CITY,MO.
Very rare Hen Pintail by Hays Wood Products company. Superior model in very good O.P. as well as condition. Some in-use gunning wear to the body, tip of tail and base of bill. Professional repair to left shoulder area and wing patch on one side. Ca. 1921-1924. Great decoy!

Carver:
Hays
Weight: 5
Price: $925
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Hen Bluebill by Frank Schmidt

Frank Schmidt,Centerline,MI. M17
Hen Bluebill by Frank Schmidt of Centerline, Michigan, Circa 1930. Original paint as well as condition, retains the original glass eyes as well as keel. Near mint working condition with evenly worn paint consistent with in-use gunning wear. Just a great example of this carvers work!

Carver: Schmidt,Frank

Weight: 10
Price: $995
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Hen Bluebill by Hayes Finkle

Hayes Finkle,Port Huron,MI. M16
Hen Bluebill carved by Hayes Finkle of Port Huron,Michigan, circa 1920. Original condition as well as paint, retaining the original glass eyes, no bill carving. Hayes and his brother Bill hunted Saginaw Bay and the St. Clair Flats with these decoys or decoys just like them.Investment grade!

Carver: Hayes Finkle

Weight: 10
Price: $975
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Hen Bluebill by Walter Snow

Walter Snow,Detroit,MI. M6
Hen Bluebill by Walter Snow of Detroit,Michigan,Circa 1940, original paint as well as condition,retains the original glass eyes. Great paint blending and detail, mellow patina similar to the work of Ben Schmidt. Near mint condition. This is a really great decoy!

Carver: Walter Snow

Weight: 10
Price: $1350
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Hen Bluebill Decoy

REG BLOOM, SMITH FALLS, ONTARIO Signed and dated by the maker. Head is turned slight left, and the back is in original comb paint. Near mint with slight rub on tail. Signature raised tail wings and stamping between them;bold original paint. 13" Long

Carver: Bloom, Reg

Weight: 3
Price: $0
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Hen Bluebill Factory Decoy

Tux Dux Factory, Madison, Conneticut ca. 1940
Working vintage example of an important factory. Cork body with a wooden head from the rig of Alan Hilton. A couple of small chips to the cork; otherwise mint with intact bottom board. 14" long

Carver: Factory
Tux-Dux
Weight: 2
Price: $0
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Hen Canvasback by Walter Struebling

Walter Struebling,Marine City,Michigan. M8
Hen Canvasback by Walter Struebling of Marine City, Michigan circa 1930. Old working paint probably done by the carver, original glass eyes, no swing keel. Condition is excellent with detailed bill carving. Investment Grade decoy!

Carver: Walter Struebling

Weight: 10
Price: $1275
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Hen Canvasback Duck Decoy

Erie, Pennsylvania
Excellent example of a harder to find hen canvasback from Decoys Unlimited. Factory working decoy in near mint condition with missing rudder. Makers stamp on the bottom. Length: 19"

Carver: Factory
Decoys Unlimited
Weight: 3
Price: $0
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Hen Canvasback Evans

Evans Decoy Factory,Ladysmith,WI.
Early Hen Canvasback by the Evans Decoy Factory of Ladysmith Wisconsin. Mammoth grade with good original paint and condition. Some in-use gunning wear to the tips of the paint. Tight age crack on back. Decoy retains the original glass eyes with nice detail painting to the wing areas. Ca. 1927-1934.

Carver:
Evans
Weight: 10
Price: $795
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Hen Mallard Decoy

WILLIAM TRUBE Chatham, New Jersey
Hen Mallard by W Trube. Low neck with head turned left. Concave raised tail with bold wet paint blending in eight color use which is unusual and outstanding for this great hen mallard decoy. Flat bottom. Carved mandibles. 15" Long

Carver: Trube, William

Weight: 3
Price: $0
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 HEN MALLARD DECOY

MIKE VALLEY,PRAIRIE DU CHIEN,WI.
This is the rigmate to the pictured Mallard Drake. It is 17" long and is mint in all respects. Head turn 25% left. Bold paint capturing the feathered look with outstanding patina and great form.Mint in all respects.

Carver: Valley, Mike

Weight: 3
Price: $425
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Hen Mallard Decoy

Barry Chauvin, Larose, Louisiana
Outstanding example of Chauvin's expertise with bold detailed paint in swimming posture. A couple very small dings with two or three rubs to the paint. Overall excellent condition. Working decoy with makers brand on bottom. Detailed feather paint using wet blending technique with fine detailing on the bill and mandibles. 15" Long

Carver: Chauvin, Barry

Weight: 3
Price: $0
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Henry Holmes Drake Mallard

Henry Holmes,Bureau,IL.
Solid body Drake Mallard by famed carver Henry Holmes of Bureau,Illinois in original condition as well as paint. 17" long solid body decoy with great comb painting as shown as well as some wear to the paint surface attributed to in-use gunning wear.

Carver: Henry Holmes

Weight: 10
Price: $675
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Henry Holmes Hen Mallard

Henry Holmes,Bureau,IL.
Very early two piece hollow Henry Holmes working decoy in original condition as well as paint. This is an early Holmes style with the fat chin style and interesting detail to the bill carving. Has the original bottom weight. Very collectible and considered investment grade!

Carver: Henry Holmes

Weight: 10
Price: $325
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Henry Meldrum Black Duck

Henry Meldrum,St. Clair Flats,MI. M12
Black Duck by Henry Meldrum, Saint Clair Flats,Michigan,circa 1880. 75% original paint as well as all original condition with fine bill carving and glass eyes.Good condition for a very early decoy that spent a lot of time being hunted over. Small cracks to head and neck area, stamped H.M. on the bottom. Highly collectible decoy!

Carver: Henry Meldrum

Weight: 10
Price: $575
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Henry Ruggles Drake Mallard

Henry Ruggles,Henry,Illinois,MW 11
A wonderful working decoy by the earliest recorded of the Illinois carvers,Henry Ruggles of Henry,Illinois. This exact decoy is pictured in Joe Engers Big Blue Book on the chapter featuring decoys of the Illinois river.Rare Mallard Drake in great patina and wonderful form. Great addition to any midwest collection in excellent condition!

Carver: Henry Ruggles

Weight: 10
Price: $1750
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Henry Taubert Drake Mallard

Henry Taubert,Pekin,IL.
A rare and very nicely carved and painted Drake Mallard by Henry Taubert of Pekin,Illinois,(1870-1934). Hollow and light, 16" long body in dry old original paint as well as condition with tack eyes. This is just a great example of the Illinois River style!

Carver: Henry Taubert

Weight: 10
Price: $375
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Herb Daisey Sr. Hen Mallard

Herb Daisey Sr., Chincoteague,Virginia S5
Great Hen Mallard by Herb Daisey Senior of Chincoteague Virginia. Signed in pen in the carvers hand in original paint as well as condition. Nice form and wonderful wet paint blending. Solid decoy retaining the original glass eyes. Nice fair priced decoy to any collection.

Carver: Herb Daisey Sr.

Weight: 10
Price: $200
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Herter

Herter's Decoy Factory,Waseca,MN.
Drake Wood Duck by Herter's Decoy Factory of Waseca, Minnesota. Mint original paint as well as condition retaining the original glass eyes. "1893" stamp is on the bottom making this a later production decoy. The name Tom East also appears on the bottom.

Carver:
Herters
Weight: 0
Price: $145
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Herters Canada Goose

Herter's Inc.,Waseca,MN. F23 JY
Very nice Herter's Canada Goose in very good original paint as well as condition. Balsa body and detailed carving to the solid pine head, retaining the original glass eyes. This was the companies Model Supreme decoy,Ca. 1940's. Some in-use gunning wear to the tips of the paint as shown. Overall, this working example is in very fine shape and is of Investment quality for any factory decoy collector!

Carver:
Herters
Weight: 10
Price: $245
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Herter's Canada Goose

Herter's Decoy Factory,Waseca,MN. M15
Canada Goose by the Herter's Decoy factory of Waseca,Minnesota, circa 1930's making this an early example. Original paint as well as condition. Balsa body, great condition!

Carver:
Herters
Weight: 10
Price: $600
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Herters Canvas Hen Mallard

Herters Factory,Waseca,MN.
Herters oversized canvas covered Hen Mallard in original canvas paint as well as paint to the wooden head. All original untouched condition as well as glass eyes. Half inch bottom board is attatched and in excellent condition. Decoy was carved with a head that swivels by design. Nice hunting flat bottom decoy produced prior to synthetic materials and widely sought for hunting use, particularly over big water. This is a very good example.

Carver:
Herters
Weight: 15
Price: $325
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Herters Coot JY

HERTERS FACTORY,WASECA,MN.
JY Old Coot by Herter's Inc. Very good O.P. as well as condition with some in use wear. Balsa model decoy which retains the original glass eyes. Ca. 1940's.

Carver:
Herters
Weight: 10
Price: $135
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Herter's Decoy Factory Hen Bufflehead

Herter's Decoy Factory,Wascea,MN.
Hen Bufflehead decoy made by the Herter's Decoy Factory of Waseca, Minnnesota. Mint original paint as well as condition in great form. Solid decoy retaining the original glass eyes. "1893" stamped on the bottom. Not a species that Herter's did a lot of.

Carver:
Herters
Weight: 10
Price: $185
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Herters Dove JY

Herter's Inc.,Waseca,MN.
RARE prototype Dove by Herters in mint original paint as well as condition. Dove retains the original glass eyes. Herter's made a Dove back in the 1940's which was discontinued in 1948, when they began to produce the "1893" series in the late 1960's. They experimented with different models before they went into production, this prototype Dove was made using a blank black bellied Plover, but never went into commercial production. A ONE OF A KIND! Ca. 1968.

Carver:
Herters
Weight: 10
Price: $875
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Herter's Drake Eider

Herter's Decoy Factory,Waseca,MN.
Drake Eider by Herter's made from light weight cedar in original paint as well as condition. Retains the original glass eyes and was rigged and used as a hunting decoy. Several rubs to the tips of the paint as shown, but overall in excellent condition.

Carver:
Herters
Weight: 15
Price: $250
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Herters Drake Goldeneye

Herters Decoy Factory,Waseca MN.
Drake Whistler decoy by Herter's of Waseca Minnesota. Decoy is in original paint as well as condition and is a solid body decoy retaining the original glass eyes. "1893" Stamp on the bottom makes this a later production Herters.

Carver:
Herters
Weight: 0
Price: $125
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 HERTERS DRAKE MALLARD JY

HERTERS DECOY FACTORY,WASECA,MN. F65 JY
Drake Mallard by the Herters Decoy factory in great form. Model perfect in very good O.P. as well as condition. Some in-use gunning wear as shown. Retains the glass eyes with detailed bill carving. Ca. 1940's.

Carver:
Herters
Weight: 10
Price: $265
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Herters Drake Widgeon

Herter's Decoy Factory,Wasaca,MN.,F-91
Early Herter's decoy in original paint. One small repair to a hairline crack on the bill. Very rare Drake Widgeon in fall plumage. Retains the original glass eyes. This is a very good addition to any Factory Collection!

Carver:
Herters
Weight: 10
Price: $395
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 HERTERS EARLY MALLARD PAIR

HERTER'S DECOY FACTORY,WASECA,MN. Early pair of mallards by Herter's. These are their Market Hunter Model(life size). They are pre-printed canvas over cork bodies with nicely carved pine heads. Very good original condition with some in-use gunning wear and a few small holes in the canvas.

Carver:

Weight: 5
Price: $370
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 HERTER'S EIDER JY

HERTER'S FACTORY,WASECA, MN.
Herter's factory Eider working decoy from the early 70's. Near mint O.P. and condition. "1893" style,Ca. early 70's.

Carver:

Weight: 10
Price: $245
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Herter's Great Horned Owl

Herter's Inc., Waseca,MN. JY F-89
Great Horned Owl by Herter's Inc., Waseca,MN. in excellent original condition, with some in-use gunning wear as shown,small chip on the back of one ear,balsa body, taxidermy glass eyes, bear claw beak. C-1948.

Carver:
Herters
Weight: 10
Price: $1495
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Herter's Great Horned Owl JY

Herter's Inc., Waseca,MN.
JY Great Horned Wooden Owl in very good original paint as well as condition. Some in-use wear, very minor. The putty around the long bear claw is missing in addition to the wedge that holds one hardwood ear, some touch up to the white on the breast and brown on the tail,as well as some roughness on the tip of the tail. Retains original glass eyes and is a Balsa body decoy. Ca. 1948.

Carver:
Herters
Weight: 15
Price: $895
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 HERTERS HEN MALLARD

HERTERS FACTORY,WASECA,MN.
Very early hen mallard by the Herters factory. This is what they called their Market Hunter model. Oversized working decoy in pre-printed canvas covered over a cork body with a finely crafted wooden head. Very good original condition with some in-use gunning wear on the bill and a few small holes in the canvas. Retains original glass eyes. Ca. late 1940's. Nice factory example in good condition.

Carver:
Herters
Weight: 8
Price: $230
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 HERTERS HEN PINTAIL JY

HERTERS DECOY FACTORY,WASECA,MN. F61 JY
Hen Pintail by the Herters Decoy Company. Model perfect in excellent O.P. as well as overall good structural condition with some rubs to the paint as shown. Retains original glass eyes and has nice bill carving as well as appealing form. Ca. 1940's.

Carver:
Herters
Weight: 10
Price: $195
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Herter's Mallard Pair

EARLY pair of mallards by Herter's factory. Market Hunter Model(life size) with pre-printed canvas covered over cork bodies. Carved pine heads in very good original condition with some in-use gunning wear and a few small tears to the canvas. Original glass eyes,bill carving,Ca. 1930's. RARE SLEEPER DRAKE.

Carver:
Herters
Weight: 0
Price: $355
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Herter's Solid Red Breated Merganser RLM

Herter's Decoy Factory,Waseca,MN.
Red Breasted Drake Merganser from the Herter's Decoy Factory of Waseca,Minnesota. This decoy is in original paint as well as condition and retains the original glass eyes. It has the Herter's INC. 1893 stamp on the bottom of the decoy. Mint condition example of this decoy factory in a species not as easily found as some.

Carver:
Herters
Weight: 10
Price: $185
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 High Head Redhead Drake Decoy

Prairie Du Chien, Wisconsin
Imposing hollow decoy in untouched original condition. Outstanding scratch feather paint. High head Redhead drake species with fine detailing to the bill. Very talented mid west carver. 13" long

Carver: Valley, Mike

Weight: 2
Price: $400
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 High Head Redhead Hen

Prairie Du Chien, Wisconsin
Outstanding appeal and form in high head design. Superior scratch paint technique used in feathering detail in all respects; especially the bill. All original untouched and mint condition. Decoy is hollow. 13" long

Carver: Valley, Mike

Weight: 2
Price: $400
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Hollow Perry Wilcoxin Drake Canvasback

Perry Wilcoxin, Liverpool,Illinois,MM
Perry Wilcoxin Drake Canvasback(1862-1954). Flat hollow two piece construction, pine body, paddle tail, dimple eyes, snakey neck in the best of the best in terms of form. Three piece head neck construction with a couple small nails under the bill. Decoy was given a careful coat of wash due to several coats of badly done over paint and shows faint remains of the original paint indicating the decoy was a Drake Canvasback. Other than that, the decoy is as found as I simply hate to put any paint at all on ancient great decoys. I recently floated this decoy at a Ducks Unlimited event and was glad I did. As good as it will be on any collectors shelf, I realize it's real home is in the water!

Carver: Perry Wilcoxen

Weight: 10
Price: $475
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Hudson Factory Drake Pintail JY

Hudson Decoy Factory,Pascagoula,MS.
Drake Pintail from this old factory in Pascagoula, Mississippi. Hudson's top of the line smooth body solid model in very good original paint and near mint condition. Some in-use gunning wear noted to the paint in some areas. Retains the original glass eyes. Ca. 1940.

Carver:
Hudson
Weight: 10
Price: $285
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 HUDSON HEN CANVASBACK JY

HUDSON DECOY CO.,PASCAGOULA,MS. S9 JY
Hen Canvasback by the Hudson Decoy Company in excellent O.P and condition. Minor age wear as decoy has never been rigged. Vac-Sta model,Ca. 1925-1940. See Pascagoula Decoys page 38 and 40.

Carver:
Hudson
Weight: 10
Price: $165
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 HUDSON HEN MALLARD

HUDSON DECOY FACTORY,PASCAGOULA,MS.
Hen mallard by the Hudson Decoy factory Ca.1935.Mint O.P. and condition from one of a series of decoy factories from Pascagoula during the era of mass produced decoys for the purpose mainly of Market Gunning. Retains the original glass eyes. See "NAFD" page 209 for more information on this company or refer to the book, Pascagoula Decoys by Brosco.

Carver:

Weight: 3
Price: $175
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Hump Back Columbia River Black Duck

Unidentified,British Columbia
13" solid hump back Columbia River Black Duck. Nice scratch paint and painted eyes, circa 1930's. A bargin for the asking price!

Carver: Unidentified

Weight: 10
Price: $145
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Hurley Conklin Green Wing Teal

Hurley Conklin,Manahawkin,N.J. E 6
Hollow, sleek Green Wing Teal decoy created by New Jersey carver Hurley Conklin (1913-1993). Original condition as well as paint with excellent form especially to the head and neck which is very well done from the knife of a master carver. Decoy is being offered from my personal collection and is from one of the two most prolific carvers in New Jersey history along with Harry V. Shourds. Lead weight embedded into the bottom of the decoy for balance. Stamped in the makers hand H. CONKLIN.14" Long.

Carver: Hurley Conklin

Weight: 10
Price: $395
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Indiana Balsa Drake Mallard

Indiana Attributed,Unidentified Carver, MW 30
Very interesting Balsa drake Mallard from Indiana. Large over sized working decoy circa 1940-1945 in original paint as well as condition. Great head with several small age cracks as shown.

Carver: Unidentified

Weight: 10
Price: $285
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 Indiana Mallard Drake #2

Unidentified,Attributed to Indiana
Very well done Drake Mallard from Indiana carved by an unidentified talented hand. Pine head with a Balsa body. The detail to the head and bill carving along with the overlapping tail feather carving is quite well done. Circa 1930's.

Carver: Unidentified

Weight: 10
Price: $350
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 J.R. WELLS BLACK DUCK

JOHN R. WELLS,TORONTO,CANADA
Hollow Black Duck,Ca. 1920. O.P. as well as condition with typical in-use wear to the paint as shown. J.R. Wells is one of the most respected carvers from this region who got his start as head carpenter and foreman of a well known boat builder in Toronto about the same time he began to acquire a real talent for understanding proper form of a working duck decoy. His work as shown here exemplifies this talent.

Carver: John Wells

Weight: 4
Price: $750
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More Images: #2, #3, #4		 J.W. Reynolds Dead Duck Support

J.W. Reynolds, Forest part,Illinois F7
Rare piece of hunting lore produced by J.W. Reynolds called the "Jiffy" Dead Duck Support. Ca. 1930 produced in limited production for the purpose of placing dead ducks shot into the spread to increase the "Lure" of the spread. Few examples of this type of product exist, especially in original near mint condition. Markings as shown say "Jiffy" Dead Duck Holder, J.W. Reynolds,Forest Park, Illinois. See also a copy of an old catalog showing this product advertised for $4.60 per dozen or $2.50 per half dozen! A great addition to any factory decoy collection.

Carver:
J.W. Reynolds
Weight: