High-Head "Viking Rig" Scoter Decoy by Augustus "Gus" Aaron Wilson (1864-1950)
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High-Head "Viking Rig" Scoter
Augustus "Gus" Aaron Wilson (1864-1950)
South Portland, ME, c. 1890
17 in. long
A Monhegan-Island-style scoter decoy with a high inletted head, incised wing detail, and a rare dry surface.
Original paint with heavy gunning wear, including loss to bill, tail, and right side.
Provenance: John Dillworth Collection
Private Collection, Texas
Augustus "Gus" Aaron Wilson (1864-1950)
South Portland, ME, c. 1890
17 in. long
A Monhegan-Island-style scoter decoy with a high inletted head, incised wing detail, and a rare dry surface.
Original paint with heavy gunning wear, including loss to bill, tail, and right side.
Provenance: John Dillworth Collection
Private Collection, Texas
Condition
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High-Head "Viking Rig" Scoter Decoy by Augustus "Gus" Aaron Wilson (1864-1950)
Estimate $1,500 - $2,500
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