Dowitcher Decoy, Ira D. Hudson (1873-1949) (attr.)

Ira D. Hudson (1873-1949) (attr.)
Chincoteague, VA, c. 1900
11 in. long

A dowitcher with a "P" brand indicating the Purnell Collection and a "W" incised on its underside.
Original paint with white wash on underside, gunning wear, and a replaced bill with old filler on head and tail chips.

Provenance: William H. Purnell Jr.
Collection Private Collection
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