Lot 0519

Pintail Drake Decoy, Alton "Clay" Tillet (1913-1992)

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Pintail Drake Decoy, Alton "Clay" Tillet (1913-1992)

Item Details

Description

Alton "Clay" Tillet (1913-1992)
Kitty Hawk, NC, c. 1930
16 1/2 in. long

A pintail drake with an upright head by the son of carver Alfonso Tillet. The maker's "CT" initials are stamped in the underside.
In gunning paint with even wear, imperfection to wood on bottom right side.

Provenance: Clay Tillet Rig
Phillip Harvey Collection, acquired from the above, c. 1990
Kroghie Andresen Collection, acquired from the above, 2003

Literature: Kroghie Andresen, "Gunnin' Birds," Charlotte, NC, 2008, p. 295, related example illustrated.

Condition

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