Yellowlegs decoy, possibly from Virginia, maker unknown. The paint appears original with some possible touch-up and flaking. The bill may be original with two carved pegs inserted at the bill top to secure it to the head. The eyes are painted black and the stick hole has been drilled for feeding and standing positions. Some very light shot spray is evident. The decoy remains in very good solid condition. 5-3/4''h, 1-3'/4''w, 10''l. Provenance: Estate of Joseph ''Jay'' St. Mark, PhD, of Newtown, Connecticut, historian, appraiser, and collector of fine Americana.