Green-Winged Teal Decoy by Scott Cork Decoy Company (1927-1954) Oakland, CA
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Description
Green-Winged Teal Decoy
Scott Cork Decoy Company (1927-1954)
Oakland, CA, c. 1930
12 in. long
Reece Scott (1871-1955) founded this company which specialized in the fabrication of cork-stuffed canvas decoys. This rare factory decoy has a wooden bill.
Original paint on body and mix of original and repaint on head, with moderate gunning wear and some compression to sides.
Provenance: Richard and Dorothy Wheeler Collection
Literature: Michael R. Miller and Frederick W. Hanson, "Wildfowl Decoys of the Pacific Coast," Portland, OR, 1989, p. 249, related carvings illustrated.
Michael R. Miller, "Wildfowl Decoys of California," Spokane, WA, 2015, p. 302, related carvings illustrated.
Size
12 in. long
Condition
Original paint on body and mix of original and repaint on head, with moderate gunning wear and some compression to sides.
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