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MALLARD DRAKE & MALLARD HEN” RIGMATES”
1951 by Ken Anger: Dunnville, Ontario
MALLARD DRAKE: In original paint.16 ½” inches by 6 ½” inches by 5 ¾” inches high.Condition : slight paint scratch (green area) on lower neck , right hand side. A couple of paint spots (*white ) showing on left front and side; No cracks or missing wood chips.
MALLARD HEN: In original paint. Head slight turn to right.16 ½” inches by 6 5/16” inches by 5 ¾” inches high.Condition: No cracks or missing wood chips. Prime condition.
This pair of Anger Mallards were never rigged for hunting but were acquired in 1951 by Mr. Sherwood who lived in Dunnville and shared his love of water fowling and decoys with his neighbor Ken Anger; “as told by his son Chriss”. Mr. Sherwood has since passed away and the family has decided to sell off these decoys as well as other hunting collectables.
$5000.
1951 by Ken Anger: Dunnville, Ontario
MALLARD DRAKE: In original paint.16 ½” inches by 6 ½” inches by 5 ¾” inches high.Condition : slight paint scratch (green area) on lower neck , right hand side. A couple of paint spots (*white ) showing on left front and side; No cracks or missing wood chips.
MALLARD HEN: In original paint. Head slight turn to right.16 ½” inches by 6 5/16” inches by 5 ¾” inches high.Condition: No cracks or missing wood chips. Prime condition.
This pair of Anger Mallards were never rigged for hunting but were acquired in 1951 by Mr. Sherwood who lived in Dunnville and shared his love of water fowling and decoys with his neighbor Ken Anger; “as told by his son Chriss”. Mr. Sherwood has since passed away and the family has decided to sell off these decoys as well as other hunting collectables.
$5000.
PAINTING WATERFOWL # B-158
By J. D. Sprankle
FIRST EDITION:
Published by Stackpole Books; Harrisburg, PA.
ISBN 0-8117-1884-0
CONTENTS: the painting process; the Sprankle method; step by step instruction for painting 13 projects with charts showing exact paint mixtures.
Jim is a Master at carving and painting and holds many world’s Blue Ribbon to his credit. His instructional close up photos high-light the techniques he used to achieve realism in his feather painting.
This is such a great educational book that you can refer to, and make painting your carvings appear soft and alive.
238 pages in hard cover with paper dust jacket.
Measures 9” inches , by 11” inches.
Condition: Very good with no loose, torn, or missing pages.
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$125. Cdn.
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By J. D. Sprankle
FIRST EDITION:
Published by Stackpole Books; Harrisburg, PA.
ISBN 0-8117-1884-0
CONTENTS: the painting process; the Sprankle method; step by step instruction for painting 13 projects with charts showing exact paint mixtures.
Jim is a Master at carving and painting and holds many world’s Blue Ribbon to his credit. His instructional close up photos high-light the techniques he used to achieve realism in his feather painting.
This is such a great educational book that you can refer to, and make painting your carvings appear soft and alive.
238 pages in hard cover with paper dust jacket.
Measures 9” inches , by 11” inches.
Condition: Very good with no loose, torn, or missing pages.
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$125. Cdn.
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THE GREAT BOOK of WILDFOWL DECOYS, USA, CANADA, EUROPE :B-140
By Joe Engers
Photography by Bill Buckner.
Copyright 1990.
ISBN 0-88890-0226-3.
Printed and bound by Heraclio Fournier, SA
Printed in Spain.
Canadian Edition produced I co-operation with Cynthia Parzych Prianting Ltd.
CONTENTS: Preface: introduction: Maine: Massachusetts: New York: Long Island New Jersey: Delaware River: Maryland: Virginia: North Carolina: Louisiana: Ohio: Michigan: Indiana: Illinois River: Wisconsin: Minnesota: The West Coast: Canada: Europe.
Collecting decoys.
Record prices at Auction.
North American Flyways.
Bibliography.
Photo credits.
Index.
319 pages, Hard cover with paper dust jacket.
Very good condition, with no torn, missing, or dog eared pages.
$125 FREE SHIPPING
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By Joe Engers
Photography by Bill Buckner.
Copyright 1990.
ISBN 0-88890-0226-3.
Printed and bound by Heraclio Fournier, SA
Printed in Spain.
Canadian Edition produced I co-operation with Cynthia Parzych Prianting Ltd.
CONTENTS: Preface: introduction: Maine: Massachusetts: New York: Long Island New Jersey: Delaware River: Maryland: Virginia: North Carolina: Louisiana: Ohio: Michigan: Indiana: Illinois River: Wisconsin: Minnesota: The West Coast: Canada: Europe.
Collecting decoys.
Record prices at Auction.
North American Flyways.
Bibliography.
Photo credits.
Index.
319 pages, Hard cover with paper dust jacket.
Very good condition, with no torn, missing, or dog eared pages.
$125 FREE SHIPPING
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ONTARIO DECOY 2 # B-152
By Bernie Gates
Long out of print a rare copy .
First edition printed in 1986.
ISBN 0-9691186-1-9.
Printed by The Upper Canadian of Ontario.
The book surveys the vast cross section of diverse styles produced within Ontario.
Illustrated with black and white photographs and maps.
CONTENTS: foreword by Gene and Linda Kangas; carver index; Nomenclature; Western Ontario; Hamilton; Toronto; Whitby; Oshawa; Peterborough; Lindsay; Port Hope; Rice Lake; Brighton; Trenton; Belleville; Prince Edward County; Smith Falls; Kingston; Gananoque; Brockville; Cornwall; Shore birds; carvers unknown.
221 pages soft cover measuring 11” inches, by 8 ½” inches.
Like new condition with no loose, torn or missing pages.
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$100.
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By Bernie Gates
Long out of print a rare copy .
First edition printed in 1986.
ISBN 0-9691186-1-9.
Printed by The Upper Canadian of Ontario.
The book surveys the vast cross section of diverse styles produced within Ontario.
Illustrated with black and white photographs and maps.
CONTENTS: foreword by Gene and Linda Kangas; carver index; Nomenclature; Western Ontario; Hamilton; Toronto; Whitby; Oshawa; Peterborough; Lindsay; Port Hope; Rice Lake; Brighton; Trenton; Belleville; Prince Edward County; Smith Falls; Kingston; Gananoque; Brockville; Cornwall; Shore birds; carvers unknown.
221 pages soft cover measuring 11” inches, by 8 ½” inches.
Like new condition with no loose, torn or missing pages.
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$100.
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Song Bird Carving by Rosland Leach Daisy #-B 159
Copyright 1986.
Published by Schiffer Publishing Ltd.
ISBN 0- 88740-057-4.
CONTENTS: foreword; acknowledgements; introduction; song bird basics; supplies and tools; Black-capped Chickadee; Tuffed Titmouse; American Goldfinch; House Wren; Catbird; Habitat; altering patterns; glossary; index.
A comprehensive instructional book on starting a carving from the patter, to the tools; to the feather lay out; to the eyes; to the texturing; to the prep for painting; to the painting; to the feet and bill, to the habitat making for a complete decorative bird carving.
This book will build confidence in carving, feather layout, and painting with a hands on approach following the highly detailed black and white, and colored illustrations.
256 pages in hard cover with paper dust jacket.
Measures: 11 ¼” inches, by 8 ¾” inches.
Condition: very good with no missing, torn, or dog eared pages.
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$85.
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Copyright 1986.
Published by Schiffer Publishing Ltd.
ISBN 0- 88740-057-4.
CONTENTS: foreword; acknowledgements; introduction; song bird basics; supplies and tools; Black-capped Chickadee; Tuffed Titmouse; American Goldfinch; House Wren; Catbird; Habitat; altering patterns; glossary; index.
A comprehensive instructional book on starting a carving from the patter, to the tools; to the feather lay out; to the eyes; to the texturing; to the prep for painting; to the painting; to the feet and bill, to the habitat making for a complete decorative bird carving.
This book will build confidence in carving, feather layout, and painting with a hands on approach following the highly detailed black and white, and colored illustrations.
256 pages in hard cover with paper dust jacket.
Measures: 11 ¼” inches, by 8 ¾” inches.
Condition: very good with no missing, torn, or dog eared pages.
FREE SHIPPING
$85.
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WATERFOWL CARVING, TEXTURING,PAINTING by J.D. Sprankle
# B-164
Copyright 1985.
Published by Stackpole Books, Harrisburg, PA.
ISBN 0-8117-1856-5.
Fully illustrated guide to carving and painting decorative ducks. Field and WATERFOWL CARVING, TEXTURING, PAINTING by J. D. Sprankle painting notes including working patterns of 25 species of ducks, Hens & Drakes. Reference from aviary to molded birds. Covers from mandibles to primaries, includes a chapter on the art of painting; water blending; flicking feathers brushes. Another chapter covers eye sizes, patterns and painting notes. A great instructional guide for the novice or carver artist.
224 pages in hard cover with paper dust jacket.
Measures: 8 ¾” inches, by 11 ¼” inches.
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# B-164
Copyright 1985.
Published by Stackpole Books, Harrisburg, PA.
ISBN 0-8117-1856-5.
Fully illustrated guide to carving and painting decorative ducks. Field and WATERFOWL CARVING, TEXTURING, PAINTING by J. D. Sprankle painting notes including working patterns of 25 species of ducks, Hens & Drakes. Reference from aviary to molded birds. Covers from mandibles to primaries, includes a chapter on the art of painting; water blending; flicking feathers brushes. Another chapter covers eye sizes, patterns and painting notes. A great instructional guide for the novice or carver artist.
224 pages in hard cover with paper dust jacket.
Measures: 8 ¾” inches, by 11 ¼” inches.
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$ 75.
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NORTH AMERICAN MARSH BIRDS; # B-165
By Gary Low / William Mansell
FIRST EDITION.
Copyright 1983.
Publishers: Harper & Row, New York.
Printed in Canada.
ISBN 0-06015216-8.
Contents: Foreword; introduction; 52 marsh birds in various poses and settings, in black and white / color sketches; bibliography; index.
Fantastic Shorebird references.
192 pages in hard cover with paper dust jacket.
Measures: 13 ½” inches by 10 ¼” inches
Condition: Like new with no loose, torn, or missing pages.
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$ 100.
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By Gary Low / William Mansell
FIRST EDITION.
Copyright 1983.
Publishers: Harper & Row, New York.
Printed in Canada.
ISBN 0-06015216-8.
Contents: Foreword; introduction; 52 marsh birds in various poses and settings, in black and white / color sketches; bibliography; index.
Fantastic Shorebird references.
192 pages in hard cover with paper dust jacket.
Measures: 13 ½” inches by 10 ¼” inches
Condition: Like new with no loose, torn, or missing pages.
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$ 100.
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By Richard LeMaster
Waterfowl pattern, Carving, Texturing, Painting
Copyright 1978.
ISBN 0-8092-7336-5.
Published by Contemporary books Inc. and Published simultaneously in Canada by Beaver Books, Pickering Ontario.
Contents: introduction; knowledge quality; the duck carving – past, present, and future; taking your own photos; Waterfowl anatomy; anatomyaxioms; determining motion; patterns; the tools of the trade; timesavers; roughing the block; carving to the round; feather detail; texturing techniques and tools; hopscotching the texture; inlays; super carvings; changing the look or action; preparing the carving for painting; painting techniques; painting softness; painting iridescence; the finishing touches; signatures; putting it all together; index.
247 pages in hard cover with paper dust jacket.
Measures: 12” inches by 9 ¼” inches.
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Waterfowl pattern, Carving, Texturing, Painting
Copyright 1978.
ISBN 0-8092-7336-5.
Published by Contemporary books Inc. and Published simultaneously in Canada by Beaver Books, Pickering Ontario.
Contents: introduction; knowledge quality; the duck carving – past, present, and future; taking your own photos; Waterfowl anatomy; anatomyaxioms; determining motion; patterns; the tools of the trade; timesavers; roughing the block; carving to the round; feather detail; texturing techniques and tools; hopscotching the texture; inlays; super carvings; changing the look or action; preparing the carving for painting; painting techniques; painting softness; painting iridescence; the finishing touches; signatures; putting it all together; index.
247 pages in hard cover with paper dust jacket.
Measures: 12” inches by 9 ¼” inches.
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$75.
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WATERFOWL STUDIES # B-163
By Bruce Burk
Copyright 1976.
Published by Winchester Press, New York.
ISBN 087691-180-7.
CONTENTS: Introduction,; prologue; dabbling ducks; diving ducks; Geese, Swans, bibliography; topography of Waterfowl, skeletal structure of wings and legs; each .
Each chapter discusses the habits, eclipse mots and habitat of a major species, and in some cases supplements the discussion with line drawings.
Black and white photographs study each bird from five or six directions, and with loving eye.
253 pages in hard cover with dust paper jacket. Condition: No missing, torn, or dog eared pages, jacket is torn on the top. Rest of the book is in very good condition.
Measures 11 ¼” inches by 8 ¾” inches.
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$80.
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By Bruce Burk
Copyright 1976.
Published by Winchester Press, New York.
ISBN 087691-180-7.
CONTENTS: Introduction,; prologue; dabbling ducks; diving ducks; Geese, Swans, bibliography; topography of Waterfowl, skeletal structure of wings and legs; each .
Each chapter discusses the habits, eclipse mots and habitat of a major species, and in some cases supplements the discussion with line drawings.
Black and white photographs study each bird from five or six directions, and with loving eye.
253 pages in hard cover with dust paper jacket. Condition: No missing, torn, or dog eared pages, jacket is torn on the top. Rest of the book is in very good condition.
Measures 11 ¼” inches by 8 ¾” inches.
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$80.
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SONGBIRD CARVING # B-156
By Ernest Muehimatt
Copyright 1987.
Published by Stackpole Books, Harrisburg, PA.
ISBN 0-8117-1817-4
CONTENTS: the artist; the projects; Black-capped Chickadee;Immature White-throated Sparrow; Immature Bluebird; Carolina Wren; Meadow Lark; Robin; Down Woodpecker; Evening
Grosbeak; Cardinal; Blue family; appendix; Bibliography;.
285 pages in hard cover with paper dust jacket.
Measures 11” inches, by 8 ¾” inches.
Condition: very good with no torn, loose, or missing pages. Paper dust jacket has some tears.
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By Ernest Muehimatt
Copyright 1987.
Published by Stackpole Books, Harrisburg, PA.
ISBN 0-8117-1817-4
CONTENTS: the artist; the projects; Black-capped Chickadee;Immature White-throated Sparrow; Immature Bluebird; Carolina Wren; Meadow Lark; Robin; Down Woodpecker; Evening
Grosbeak; Cardinal; Blue family; appendix; Bibliography;.
285 pages in hard cover with paper dust jacket.
Measures 11” inches, by 8 ¾” inches.
Condition: very good with no torn, loose, or missing pages. Paper dust jacket has some tears.
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VINTAGE BLUE-BILL DRAKE DUCK DECOY: # D-39 ONTARIO
by Allan Taylor
Solid pine body and head.
Head turned slightly to the left.
Yellow glass eyes (no cracks).
Wings are slightly carved into body.
This decoy was carved back in 1972 and never rigged for service.
Condition: Head is solid. Tight crack running from chest bottom , along the bottom and up into the rump.
Paint: Also very good with very little marring.
Measures: 14” inches, by 6” inches, by 5 ¾” inches high.
Initials A T are stamped into the bottom rear.
Very ducky looking decoy
$160
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by Allan Taylor
Solid pine body and head.
Head turned slightly to the left.
Yellow glass eyes (no cracks).
Wings are slightly carved into body.
This decoy was carved back in 1972 and never rigged for service.
Condition: Head is solid. Tight crack running from chest bottom , along the bottom and up into the rump.
Paint: Also very good with very little marring.
Measures: 14” inches, by 6” inches, by 5 ¾” inches high.
Initials A T are stamped into the bottom rear.
Very ducky looking decoy
$160
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RARE VINTAGE BLUEBILL HUNTING DUCK DECOY: # D-5
By Ed Pomeroy
Circa 1930’s.
Smooth solid body wooden decoy, hand carved.
Head turned to the right, with yellow glass eyes (no cracks).
Pomeroy, Orillia, Ont. Mentioned in Bernie Gates book Ontario Decoys 2, page 83.
Condition: Original paint and combing, with some paint flaking due to ageing. There is an indent on bottom right side where knot has come away. Also a slight tight crack on the rear of the neck. Showing some wear on bottom as well.
Bottom weight has been removed.
The letters AOB are painted in white on the bottom.
The initials E D are stamped into the bottom also.
Measures: 13” inches by 6” inches by 6” inches high.
This is a very rare decoy and very hard to find. This particular decoy came from a family member.
$1200.
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By Ed Pomeroy
Circa 1930’s.
Smooth solid body wooden decoy, hand carved.
Head turned to the right, with yellow glass eyes (no cracks).
Pomeroy, Orillia, Ont. Mentioned in Bernie Gates book Ontario Decoys 2, page 83.
Condition: Original paint and combing, with some paint flaking due to ageing. There is an indent on bottom right side where knot has come away. Also a slight tight crack on the rear of the neck. Showing some wear on bottom as well.
Bottom weight has been removed.
The letters AOB are painted in white on the bottom.
The initials E D are stamped into the bottom also.
Measures: 13” inches by 6” inches by 6” inches high.
This is a very rare decoy and very hard to find. This particular decoy came from a family member.
$1200.
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RARE VINTAGE BLUE-BILL HEN DUCK DECOY: Ontario : # D-6
By Albert ( Bert) Pomeroy
Albert (Bert) Pomeroy, Ontario.
Circa 1929.
Solid smooth body wooden decoy.
Yellow Glass Eyes, no cracks.
After many years of hunting service on Lakes Simcoe, & Couchiching this decoy has remained in very good condition both in body and paint. Speaks highly of the carvers ability to build a working decoy that could with stand the rigors of cold water, the harsh elements, and continuous handling.
Both Albert (Bert) and his brother Ed and their decoys are mentioned in Bernie Gates book Ontario Decoys 2, page 83.
Very difficult to find such a wonderful decoy in great condition.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a Pomeroy decoy. as most of their decoys are in the homes of family and collectors.
Signed in paint the initials BP.
The initials BP are painted on the bottom of the decoy and the family member that owned this lure put the date on it.
$1200.
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By Albert ( Bert) Pomeroy
Albert (Bert) Pomeroy, Ontario.
Circa 1929.
Solid smooth body wooden decoy.
Yellow Glass Eyes, no cracks.
After many years of hunting service on Lakes Simcoe, & Couchiching this decoy has remained in very good condition both in body and paint. Speaks highly of the carvers ability to build a working decoy that could with stand the rigors of cold water, the harsh elements, and continuous handling.
Both Albert (Bert) and his brother Ed and their decoys are mentioned in Bernie Gates book Ontario Decoys 2, page 83.
Very difficult to find such a wonderful decoy in great condition.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a Pomeroy decoy. as most of their decoys are in the homes of family and collectors.
Signed in paint the initials BP.
The initials BP are painted on the bottom of the decoy and the family member that owned this lure put the date on it.
$1200.
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RARE VINTAGE “ GOLDENEYE DRAKE HUNTING DUCK DECOY” #D-27
BY Allan Taylor
Hand carved and hollowed out.
Head with yellow glass eyes turned slightly to the right.
Relief carving of some of the back feathers, wing tips, and the tail.
Measures: 13” inches , by 6” inches wide, by 6 ½” inches high.
Condition: Body and head in good condition with no splits or cracks.
A one of a kind.
Keel was removed after service and refinished.
Signed and dated 1985.
$225.
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BY Allan Taylor
Hand carved and hollowed out.
Head with yellow glass eyes turned slightly to the right.
Relief carving of some of the back feathers, wing tips, and the tail.
Measures: 13” inches , by 6” inches wide, by 6 ½” inches high.
Condition: Body and head in good condition with no splits or cracks.
A one of a kind.
Keel was removed after service and refinished.
Signed and dated 1985.
$225.
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WIDGEON DRAKE DUCK DECOY # D-81
By T.J. Hooker
This is a most exciting decoy to look at in the hand. It Is vibrant in color and the workmanship and detailing are fascinating.
This decoy was put up for auction By Ducks Unlimited at the Orillia, Ontario fund raising dinner event, 1985.
The wings have been carved separately, painted and then inserted overlapping one another.
The decoy was carved in a swimming pose and is most pleasing to the eye.
It is signed and dated DUCKS UNLIMITED T.J. Hooker, 1983-4.
Condition: superb.
I bought this decoy at that auction and have stored it in a smoke free environment since.
T.J’s decoys are well sought after by duck fanciers, and collectors alike.
Measures: 16” inches in length, by 5 ½” inches wide, by 6 ¼” inches in head height
$425
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By T.J. Hooker
This is a most exciting decoy to look at in the hand. It Is vibrant in color and the workmanship and detailing are fascinating.
This decoy was put up for auction By Ducks Unlimited at the Orillia, Ontario fund raising dinner event, 1985.
The wings have been carved separately, painted and then inserted overlapping one another.
The decoy was carved in a swimming pose and is most pleasing to the eye.
It is signed and dated DUCKS UNLIMITED T.J. Hooker, 1983-4.
Condition: superb.
I bought this decoy at that auction and have stored it in a smoke free environment since.
T.J’s decoys are well sought after by duck fanciers, and collectors alike.
Measures: 16” inches in length, by 5 ½” inches wide, by 6 ¼” inches in head height
$425
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RARE VINTAGE MALLARD HEN DUCK DECOY: ONTARIO # D-185
By John Roland
A smooth solid body carved wooden decoy.
Head has orange detailed upper bill and tack painted brown eyes.
Body and head appear rasped
Paint is original with wing blue and white speculum still showing. The white on the tail is faded from years of service.
Screw eye on the bottom for decoy line tethering.
Condition:. 2 Cracks on the bottom right hand side are showing however I have had this decoy close to 40 years and there has been no change in them.
I believe John Roland was a trapper living in Marchmount, near Orillia, and I purchased this decoy from him personally back in 1974-1975
There is the initial R stamped into the bottom of the decoy.
This is a sought after decoy by collectors as John rarely made two look alike carvings.
Very ducky on the water and an eye pleaser in the hand.
$280.
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By John Roland
A smooth solid body carved wooden decoy.
Head has orange detailed upper bill and tack painted brown eyes.
Body and head appear rasped
Paint is original with wing blue and white speculum still showing. The white on the tail is faded from years of service.
Screw eye on the bottom for decoy line tethering.
Condition:. 2 Cracks on the bottom right hand side are showing however I have had this decoy close to 40 years and there has been no change in them.
I believe John Roland was a trapper living in Marchmount, near Orillia, and I purchased this decoy from him personally back in 1974-1975
There is the initial R stamped into the bottom of the decoy.
This is a sought after decoy by collectors as John rarely made two look alike carvings.
Very ducky on the water and an eye pleaser in the hand.
$280.
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VINTAGE GOLDENEYE HEN HUNTING DUCK DECOY: # 183
ONTARIO
Smooth carved cedar body and head decoy.
Yellow glass eyes, no cracks.
Small tight crack in center of bottom.
4 ( four) 7/8” inch holes drilled into the bottom of the decoy.
Body and paint good condition.
Picked up this decoy in the Kawartha Lake area.
This Goldeneye has a ducky look to it with a nice patina.
Carver unknown, perhaps a diamond in the rough?
Measures: 14 ½” inches by 5 ½” inches by 6” in height.
It was mentioned that it possibly could be an Art Herron, Peterborough.
$250.
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ONTARIO
Smooth carved cedar body and head decoy.
Yellow glass eyes, no cracks.
Small tight crack in center of bottom.
4 ( four) 7/8” inch holes drilled into the bottom of the decoy.
Body and paint good condition.
Picked up this decoy in the Kawartha Lake area.
This Goldeneye has a ducky look to it with a nice patina.
Carver unknown, perhaps a diamond in the rough?
Measures: 14 ½” inches by 5 ½” inches by 6” in height.
It was mentioned that it possibly could be an Art Herron, Peterborough.
$250.
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VINTAGE CORK BLACK DUCK HUNTING DUCK DECOY: # D-55
(late) By Ron Lockhart
Artist/master carver, Ron Lockhart (late) from Orillia, Ontario.
This decoy was from a pair of First Place Marsh hunting decoys competition held at the Darlington Waterfowl Tournament held in Oshawa, Ont. 1975.
Construction: All cork body with wooden head. It is slightly hollowed out with a wooden base ring with attached wooden keel to offer strength and ballast, and decoy line tethering.
The decoy has very graceful lines and is very impressive in the water.
This decoy was presented to me at the Tournament that day and it has been stored in a smoke free environment since.
Ron was not only a Master Carver but a fine flat canvas Painter also with commissioned works in homes here in Canada, the USA and off shore.
Truly a highly collectible decoy with plenty of great eye appeal.
Decoy measures 17 ½” inches by 7” inches by 7” inches high
$350.
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(late) By Ron Lockhart
Artist/master carver, Ron Lockhart (late) from Orillia, Ontario.
This decoy was from a pair of First Place Marsh hunting decoys competition held at the Darlington Waterfowl Tournament held in Oshawa, Ont. 1975.
Construction: All cork body with wooden head. It is slightly hollowed out with a wooden base ring with attached wooden keel to offer strength and ballast, and decoy line tethering.
The decoy has very graceful lines and is very impressive in the water.
This decoy was presented to me at the Tournament that day and it has been stored in a smoke free environment since.
Ron was not only a Master Carver but a fine flat canvas Painter also with commissioned works in homes here in Canada, the USA and off shore.
Truly a highly collectible decoy with plenty of great eye appeal.
Decoy measures 17 ½” inches by 7” inches by 7” inches high
$350.
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RARE VINTAGE PAIR BLUEBILL HUNTING DUCK DECOYS: D-3&4
By Willie & TUFFIELD KING
King brothers, Go Home Bay, Ontario, Canada.
Mentioned in Bernie Gates book Decoy of Ontario, page 82
This Drake & Hen were a gift for a nephew’s mantle, and therefore never rigged.
Solid body decoys in excellent condition, with no splits or cracks.
Definitely a rare find for any serious collector of one of Ontario’s noted carvers.
Rig mates.
I purchased this pair over 45 years ago.
Each measures: 11” inches, by 5” inches by 6” high.
A square lead weight and a small staple for the decoy line is attached to the bottom.
$450.
705-326-7263
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By Willie & TUFFIELD KING
King brothers, Go Home Bay, Ontario, Canada.
Mentioned in Bernie Gates book Decoy of Ontario, page 82
This Drake & Hen were a gift for a nephew’s mantle, and therefore never rigged.
Solid body decoys in excellent condition, with no splits or cracks.
Definitely a rare find for any serious collector of one of Ontario’s noted carvers.
Rig mates.
I purchased this pair over 45 years ago.
Each measures: 11” inches, by 5” inches by 6” high.
A square lead weight and a small staple for the decoy line is attached to the bottom.
$450.
705-326-7263
allanptaylor@rogers.com
RARE VINTAGE BLUE-BILL HEN DUCK DECOY, ONTARIO # D-28
By Ian & Joanne Crokam
Hollowed. One of a kind
Head is turned slightly to the left with yellow glass eyes, co cracks.
Bill had a great deal of detail both on top and bottom.
BEST OF SHOW: This decoy was carved especially for the Ducks Unlimited floating diver duck decoy competition, held by the Huronia Chapter of D.U.
The decoy was auctioned off by the Chapter to help in raising funds for D.U. waterfowl and habitat projects.
The keel was removed and the bottom was signed by Joanne & Ian and dated 1985.
The bottom is also stamped with their identification Ian & Joanne Crokam.
This is a one of a kind decoy, making for a valuable collectable.
I bought this decoy, much to my delight, at 1985 auction and have stored it in a smoke free environment since.
Crokam’s decoys are well sought after by collectors World wide and this makes for a golden opportunity to own one, a BEST OF SHOW.
$475.
705-326-7263
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By Ian & Joanne Crokam
Hollowed. One of a kind
Head is turned slightly to the left with yellow glass eyes, co cracks.
Bill had a great deal of detail both on top and bottom.
BEST OF SHOW: This decoy was carved especially for the Ducks Unlimited floating diver duck decoy competition, held by the Huronia Chapter of D.U.
The decoy was auctioned off by the Chapter to help in raising funds for D.U. waterfowl and habitat projects.
The keel was removed and the bottom was signed by Joanne & Ian and dated 1985.
The bottom is also stamped with their identification Ian & Joanne Crokam.
This is a one of a kind decoy, making for a valuable collectable.
I bought this decoy, much to my delight, at 1985 auction and have stored it in a smoke free environment since.
Crokam’s decoys are well sought after by collectors World wide and this makes for a golden opportunity to own one, a BEST OF SHOW.
$475.
705-326-7263
allanptaylor@rogers.com
VINTAGE RED HEAD DRAKE DUCK DECOY # D-57
A solid smooth body decoy in a swimming pose.
Slight combing on the back, with painting faded.
Wooden head with yellow painted eyes.
I picked this decoy up over 40 years ago, in Toronto’s Ashbridges Bay, marsh. It was half buried in marsh gunk.
The decoy is solid ,well made, and in good condition, considering the circumstances when found, attesting to the carver’s diligence in creating a quality working decoy that has remained durable all these years.
It has the Toronto carvers look to it. Perhaps from the school of the 3 W’s, Weir, Wells, or Warren ?
This is truly one good looking ducky decoy that would make a nice addition to any collection.
Carver unknown, perhaps a diamond in the rough?
$280.
705-326-7263
allanptaylor@rogers.com
A solid smooth body decoy in a swimming pose.
Slight combing on the back, with painting faded.
Wooden head with yellow painted eyes.
I picked this decoy up over 40 years ago, in Toronto’s Ashbridges Bay, marsh. It was half buried in marsh gunk.
The decoy is solid ,well made, and in good condition, considering the circumstances when found, attesting to the carver’s diligence in creating a quality working decoy that has remained durable all these years.
It has the Toronto carvers look to it. Perhaps from the school of the 3 W’s, Weir, Wells, or Warren ?
This is truly one good looking ducky decoy that would make a nice addition to any collection.
Carver unknown, perhaps a diamond in the rough?
$280.
705-326-7263
allanptaylor@rogers.com
RARE VINTAGE MALLARD HEN DUCK DECOY, ONTARIO # D-58
By Joanne Crokam
Hand carved working Mallard Hen decoy.
Judged: “ BEST OF SHOW” at the Ducks Unlimited Huronia Chapter floating marsh working decoy competition, 1987.
I bought this decoy at the Huronia chapters D.U. fund raising event, 1987.
It is HOLLOW with the head turned slightly to the left in a very relaxed pose.
Brown glass eyes, no cracks.
Ian is a master carver and his lovely wife Joanne a master at painting combined make for an unbeatable pair. They have created numerous decoys that D. U. has auctioned off at events in Canada and the USA in their efforts to raise much needed funding for Waterfowl and habitat restoration. They are Blue Ribbon Winners at the Easton, Maryland , World’s carving competitions, and have done hundreds of commissioned carvings for duck fanciers and collectors World wide.
This is a one of a kind decoy signed and dated.
A wonderful opportunity to own a Crokam original wood decoy carving.
Measures: 15 ½” inches, by 7” inches, by 5” inches high
$375.
705-326-7263
allanptaylor@rogers.com
By Joanne Crokam
Hand carved working Mallard Hen decoy.
Judged: “ BEST OF SHOW” at the Ducks Unlimited Huronia Chapter floating marsh working decoy competition, 1987.
I bought this decoy at the Huronia chapters D.U. fund raising event, 1987.
It is HOLLOW with the head turned slightly to the left in a very relaxed pose.
Brown glass eyes, no cracks.
Ian is a master carver and his lovely wife Joanne a master at painting combined make for an unbeatable pair. They have created numerous decoys that D. U. has auctioned off at events in Canada and the USA in their efforts to raise much needed funding for Waterfowl and habitat restoration. They are Blue Ribbon Winners at the Easton, Maryland , World’s carving competitions, and have done hundreds of commissioned carvings for duck fanciers and collectors World wide.
This is a one of a kind decoy signed and dated.
A wonderful opportunity to own a Crokam original wood decoy carving.
Measures: 15 ½” inches, by 7” inches, by 5” inches high
$375.
705-326-7263
allanptaylor@rogers.com
RARE CORK BLUE-WING TEAL HUNTING DUCK DECOY: # D-62
By Georg Roberts
George Roberts Ducks Unlimited Canada CSR. 1980’s, Orillia, Ontario.
Carved from Cork with a wood base and a wooden keel added for ballast and decoy line attachment.
Beautiful detailed painted head with brown glass eyes, no cracks.
Carved for a D. U. fund raising habitat event this decoy was entered into a marsh working decoy competition hosted by the Huronia Chapter of D.U. in Shanty Bay, Ontario early 1980’s.
George is well known for his attention to detail and construction. This Blue-wing is in excellent condition, truly durable, and very nicely painted showing great eye appeal
Definitely a one of a kind collectable.
I purchased this decoy at the auction the same day and have stored it in a smoke free environment since.
Condition: Excellent
This is an excellent opportunity for collectors or duck fanciers to own a cork one of a kind working decoy.
$275.
705-326-7263
Allanptaylor@rogers.com
By Georg Roberts
George Roberts Ducks Unlimited Canada CSR. 1980’s, Orillia, Ontario.
Carved from Cork with a wood base and a wooden keel added for ballast and decoy line attachment.
Beautiful detailed painted head with brown glass eyes, no cracks.
Carved for a D. U. fund raising habitat event this decoy was entered into a marsh working decoy competition hosted by the Huronia Chapter of D.U. in Shanty Bay, Ontario early 1980’s.
George is well known for his attention to detail and construction. This Blue-wing is in excellent condition, truly durable, and very nicely painted showing great eye appeal
Definitely a one of a kind collectable.
I purchased this decoy at the auction the same day and have stored it in a smoke free environment since.
Condition: Excellent
This is an excellent opportunity for collectors or duck fanciers to own a cork one of a kind working decoy.
$275.
705-326-7263
Allanptaylor@rogers.com
VINTAGE BLUE-BILL DRAKE DUCK DECOY, ONTARIO #D-106
Solid smooth body drake working duck decoy.
Brown glass eyes, one still showing yellow paint. Probably painted yellow originally.
Bill is painted blue.Carved area where bill meets cheek.
Condition: Keel has been removed, flat bottom. There is a small missing chip of wood missing from tail. On the chest is some checkering but was in same condition when I got the decoy over 35 years age, with no change. There is also a very small nail in the back of the neck keeping the head lined up. Showing some paint wear from many years of faithful service.
Carver unknown, but did pick up the decoy in the Orillia area.
Could be a diamond in the rough?
Measures: 14” by 6 ½” by 5 ¾” high at the head.
$225.
705-326-7263
allanptaylor@rogers.com
Solid smooth body drake working duck decoy.
Brown glass eyes, one still showing yellow paint. Probably painted yellow originally.
Bill is painted blue.Carved area where bill meets cheek.
Condition: Keel has been removed, flat bottom. There is a small missing chip of wood missing from tail. On the chest is some checkering but was in same condition when I got the decoy over 35 years age, with no change. There is also a very small nail in the back of the neck keeping the head lined up. Showing some paint wear from many years of faithful service.
Carver unknown, but did pick up the decoy in the Orillia area.
Could be a diamond in the rough?
Measures: 14” by 6 ½” by 5 ¾” high at the head.
$225.
705-326-7263
allanptaylor@rogers.com
VINTAGE GOLDENEYE DRAKE HUNTING DUCK DECOY: # D-176
By Gary Cook
Gary Cook, Severn Bridge, Ontario.
Body consists of 3 boards laminated together sideways, still tight.
Measures 12” inches, by 6” inches, by 6” inches high.
Weighted keel measures 7 ¾” inches by 2 ¼” inches high, by 1 ½” inches wide.
Comes with yellow glass eyes, no cracks.
Bill is detailed, nostrils drilled completely through each other, sideways.
Carved individual tail feathers.
Condition: This decoy was carved back in the 1970’s and is in very good condition with no cracks or splits. Paint is also in fairly good original condition.
There are 3, ¾” inch holes drilled into the bottom of the decoy, with one being filled. Not sure why these hole are there, unless they were added to cut down on weight or for even floating ballast.
Signed by the carver.
$175.
705-326-7263
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By Gary Cook
Gary Cook, Severn Bridge, Ontario.
Body consists of 3 boards laminated together sideways, still tight.
Measures 12” inches, by 6” inches, by 6” inches high.
Weighted keel measures 7 ¾” inches by 2 ¼” inches high, by 1 ½” inches wide.
Comes with yellow glass eyes, no cracks.
Bill is detailed, nostrils drilled completely through each other, sideways.
Carved individual tail feathers.
Condition: This decoy was carved back in the 1970’s and is in very good condition with no cracks or splits. Paint is also in fairly good original condition.
There are 3, ¾” inch holes drilled into the bottom of the decoy, with one being filled. Not sure why these hole are there, unless they were added to cut down on weight or for even floating ballast.
Signed by the carver.
$175.
705-326-7263
allanptaylor@rogers.com
VINTAGE DRAKE GOLDENEYE DUCK DECOY # D-177
Solid body wooden decoy.
Head has painted yellow eyes and is slightly turned to the right.
Carved wing tips and carved in tail feather groups.
Measures 14” inches , by 6” inches, by 5 ½” inches high.
Condition: Very good in body and paint with no splits or cracks.
Comes with lead weight on the bottom for ballast and a leather decoy line attachment.
Carver unknown.
Found this decoy in an Midland Ontario antique shop in the early 1970’s . It has that Port Severn look to it and does remind me a bit of the style of Oliver King. In that there are hatchet marks on the bottom of the decoy where the carver was shaping the body. The initials CC are stamped into the bottom not sure if carver or hunter.
Great folky looking lure.
$175.
705-326-7263
allanptaylor@rogers.com
Solid body wooden decoy.
Head has painted yellow eyes and is slightly turned to the right.
Carved wing tips and carved in tail feather groups.
Measures 14” inches , by 6” inches, by 5 ½” inches high.
Condition: Very good in body and paint with no splits or cracks.
Comes with lead weight on the bottom for ballast and a leather decoy line attachment.
Carver unknown.
Found this decoy in an Midland Ontario antique shop in the early 1970’s . It has that Port Severn look to it and does remind me a bit of the style of Oliver King. In that there are hatchet marks on the bottom of the decoy where the carver was shaping the body. The initials CC are stamped into the bottom not sure if carver or hunter.
Great folky looking lure.
$175.
705-326-7263
allanptaylor@rogers.com
RARE VINTAGE MALLARD DRAKE WOODEN HUNTING DUCK DECOY: # D-179
By Allan Taylor
Hand carved, hand painted.
Hollowed, with the keel removed. Decoy tether line attachment.
Head is in a resting pose, turned slightly to the left with brown glass eyes.
Condition: Body and head in good condition with no splits or cracks. Paint is also in good condition.
This is a one of a kind carving of a pair and was hunted over for a couple of seasons then returned to my shop where it has sat on display since.
Measures: 15” inches, by 6 ½” inches, by 7” inches high.
Signed and dated 1974.
$250.
705-326-7263
allanptaylor@rogers.com
By Allan Taylor
Hand carved, hand painted.
Hollowed, with the keel removed. Decoy tether line attachment.
Head is in a resting pose, turned slightly to the left with brown glass eyes.
Condition: Body and head in good condition with no splits or cracks. Paint is also in good condition.
This is a one of a kind carving of a pair and was hunted over for a couple of seasons then returned to my shop where it has sat on display since.
Measures: 15” inches, by 6 ½” inches, by 7” inches high.
Signed and dated 1974.
$250.
705-326-7263
allanptaylor@rogers.com
