Madison Mitchell (MD, 1901-1993), Black Duck

Havre de Grace, Maryland, 1973, carved and painted wood, sgraffito feather patterns in paint, incised R. MADISON MITCHELL / HAVRE DE GRACE / 1973.

Length 16.75 in.

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.