Onancock, Virginia, circa 2000, carved and painted wood, glass eyes, incised GIBIAN.

Length 16.5 in.

Gibian's decoys are highly regarded in the decoy carving community for their quality and authenticity, making him a respected figure among collectors and hunters. This example is made in the manner of an Elmer Crowell preening duck decoy, with hollow carved body and unique paint.

Original.