GEORGE B. ROBERT CORK-BODIED BLACK DUCK DECOY Mastic,...

GEORGE B. ROBERT CORK-BODIED BLACK DUCK DECOY Mastic, Long Island, Circa 1920
In preening position. Rig brand on underside for "Manning"; tag identifies it as William P. Manning of Saratoga Lake, New York. Length 13.5".
From the Mr. & Mrs. Ken DeLong Collection of Bird Carvings.

In preening position. Rig brand on underside for "Manning"; tag identifies it as William P. Manning of Saratoga Lake, New York. Length 13.5".
From the Mr. & Mrs. Ken DeLong Collection of Bird Carvings.

Condition: Retains fine original paint, showing little wear.

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