Madison Mitchell (MD, 1901-1993), Goldeneye

Havre de Grace, Maryland, 1965, carved and painted wood, incised R. MADISON MITCHELL / 1965 on bottom.

Length 14 in.

From the Collection of the late Bragg Cox

Known as the dean of Havre de Grace carvers, he has influenced many. He carved his first decoy in 1924.

Original paint with light gunning wear, tight age check left side.