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Vintage American folk art sculpture featuring a hand-carved and painted wooden duck family, mounted on a shared wooden base.
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Vintage American folk art sculpture featuring a hand-carved and painted wooden duck family, mounted on a shared wooden base.
The underside of the base is clearly stamped "Handcrafted by John Moland", confirming artist attribution (see photos). Signed examples by regional American folk artists are increasingly difficult to find, making this an appealing piece for collectors of authentic folk art.
The carving exhibits classic mid-to-late 20th century folk styling, with simplified, expressive forms, carved wooden feet and beaks, and intentionally textured paint. The grouping depicts an adult bird accompanied by three juveniles, presented as a decorative narrative family scene rather than functional hunting decoys.
Condition (Important):
The piece is in very good vintage condition overall. One foot on the main (larger) duck shows an old, stable repair, visible upon close inspection but structurally sound and not distracting when displayed. Minor surface wear and paint variation are consistent with age and hand-crafted folk art. No other breaks, cracks, or repairs observed.
Details:
• Artist: John Moland (stamped on underside)
• Medium: Hand-carved and painted wood
• Style: American folk art
• Subject: Duck / waterfowl family
• Date: Likely 1970s–1980s
• Mount: Original wooden base
This is a decorative folk art sculpture, not a hunting decoy.
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- Dimensions
- 14ʺW × 10ʺD × 22ʺH
- Styles
- Folk Art
- Period
- 1980s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Used An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully … moreUsed An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. One foot on the main (larger) duck shows an old, stable repair, visible upon close inspection but structurally sound and not distracting when displayed. Minor surface wear and paint variation are consistent with age and hand-crafted folk art. No other breaks, cracks, or repairs observed. less
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