Tom Taber Mallard Drake Decoy, 1985-86
This carved wood mallard drake decoy features a multi-tonal stained finish and segmented construction. The head is finished in a deep green stain with a natural wood tone bill and inset dark glass or plastic eyes. The body displays carved feather detailing on the wings and tail, with a reddish-brown breast transition to a lighter tan underside. The base of the decoy features a handwritten signature in ink reading "Tom Taber".
This carved wood mallard drake decoy features a multi-tonal stained finish and segmented construction. The head is finished in a deep green stain with a natural wood tone bill and inset dark glass or plastic eyes. The body displays carved feather detailing on the wings and tail, with a reddish-brown breast transition to a lighter tan underside. The base of the decoy features a handwritten signature in ink reading "Tom Taber".