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Authentic mid-century hand-carved wooden mallard drake duck decoy. Attributed to the documented Illinois River carver Fred Mott, this working bird …
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Authentic mid-century hand-carved wooden mallard drake duck decoy. Attributed to the documented Illinois River carver Fred Mott, this working bird features a beautiful design with its original painted finish showing spectacular time-earned character. The bottom has the maker's label explicitly reading "FRED MOTT." With its striking green head, iconic mallard markings, and lovely sculptural lines, this piece of authentic sporting Americana is perfect for a mantle, bookshelf, or cabin display.
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- Dimensions
- 16.5ʺW × 6ʺD × 7.5ʺH
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Glass
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Green
- Condition Notes
- Good vintage rustic condition. Showcases a fantastic, weathered original paint patina with honest scuffs, flaking, and light wear from active … moreGood vintage rustic condition. Showcases a fantastic, weathered original paint patina with honest scuffs, flaking, and light wear from active field use. The left glass eye is missing, and the right eye remains intact. Solid structural condition with no major wood splits. less
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