Lot # 50 - Vintage Hand-Carved Waterfowl Decoys: Mallard Hen Duck & Coot

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Start Date/Time: 03-Sep-2025 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 10-Sep-2025 7:49:00 PM
Current bid:

$21.00

Highest bidder:

gh72765

Auction has ended

Description :

A pair of vintage waterfowl decoys, hand-carved from solid wood and painted in traditional sporting style. Includes one mallard hen duck and one coot, each with unique form and surface character.

  • Mallard Hen Duck Decoy (Lighter, More Worn): Approx. 14" L × 5.2" W × 6.5" H

    • Features a softly feathered body, muted coloration, and aged patina consistent with field use.

  • Coot Decoy (Darker, Smooth): Approx. 11" L × 5.2" W × 6" H

    • Rounded silhouette, dark finish, and minimal feather carving typical of coot forms.

Material: Solid wood with original paint

Condition: Surface scuffs, paint loss, and edge wear present. No visible maker’s marks. Structurally sound.

These decoys reflect traditional craftsmanship and are ideal for collectors of folk art, rustic décor, or vintage sporting memorabilia. Their weathered finish and authentic profiles evoke the charm of classic decoy spreads.



Auction History

Highest bidder is gh72765

Date Bid User
06-Sep-2025 10:55:52 AM $21.00 gh72765
06-Sep-2025 10:55:52 AM $20.00 Dem0s
06-Sep-2025 10:51:17 AM $16.00 gh72765
06-Sep-2025 10:51:17 AM $15.00 Dem0s
04-Sep-2025 11:38:58 PM $6.00 gh72765
03-Sep-2025 4:58:58 PM $5.00 CFT206

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