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Mallard drake decoy

Currency:USD Category:Sporting Goods Start Price:1,000.00 USD Estimated At:2,000.00 - 3,000.00 USD
Mallard drake decoy
Mallard drake by Charles "Napoleon" Armstrong, (1887-1954). In fine OP with some flaking. Cypress neck construction, glass eyes, typical boat style. A little more flaking on the side that is not shown. See internet photos. Raised carved wings.
Literature: Wetland Heritage by Charles Frank. Louisiana Decoys, Lures and Legends, by Brian Cheramie.