Standing Goose
Michael Vallero (1906-1992) (attr.)
Spring Valley, IL, c. 1920
27 1/2 in. long

This iron-headed field goose is stamped "DWV" for the rig of Daniel W. Voorhees, a member of the Duck Island Club and president and general manager of the Peru Plow and Wheel Company. It is likely he oversaw the manufacture of this decoy's iron head. He is credited with employing the talented decoy maker Michael Vallero (1906-1992) of Spring Valley, Illinois. In fact, a Vallero decoy has been found with the "DWV" initials. This connection indicates that Vallero may have been involved with making his employer's unique field rig.
Original paint with moderate gunning wear, including some flaking. Residue drip from back by left side of tail.

Provenance: Daniel W. Voorhees Rig
Masterworks of the Illinois River Collection

Literature: Stephen O'Brien and Julie Carlson, "Masterworks of the Illinois River," Boston, MA, 2005, pp. 141-144, rigmate illustrated.

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