Madison Mitchell (MD, 1901-1993), Mallard

Havre de Grace, Maryland, 1920, carved and painted cork body, wood head, base and tail, incised R MADISON MITCHELL / 1920 / WAH on bottom, slight turn of head to right.

Length 19.25 in.

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

Original paint with moderate gunning wear, damage to cork at tail.