Antique Broadbill Hen Duck Decoy Circa 1900

A hand made and hand painted duck decoy that was used in hunting. It is a work of folk art.

 

A lightweight wood has been carved in the shape of a duck. The head was carved separately and attached. There was a bar or weight on the base but which is now missing. The painting is very crude but proficient and has folk art charm. The eyes are painted and so are feathers on the duck’s back.

 

There are no marks or labels.

 

 

13 ¾” (34.9 cm) long x 4 5/8” (11.7 cm) wide x 6 3/8” (16.1 cm) tall. Weighs 1 lb 9.9 oz (725 g)

 

 

Old paint with heavy gunning wear. There are small paint losses and some gouges in the wood that were painted over. There is a chip under the beak. There are a few paint chips near the base and the edge of the tail. There are also a couple of places near the tips of the wing feathers on both sides that have a bit of white paint. The weight on the bottom has been removed.

 

A great old duck decoy that will be a nice addition to your folk art or decoy collection.