Madison Mitchell (MD, 1901-1993), Canvasback

Havre de Grace, Maryland, circa 1940, carved and painted wood.

Length 15 in.

Known as the dean of the Havre de Grace school of carvers, he has influenced many. He carved his first decoy in 1924. This fine canvasback was crafted in the mid 1940s.

Original with even gunning wear.