Charming hand-carved wooden shorebird decoy, depicting a curlew or sandpiper with a long downward-curving bill. The bird is mounted on a round, bark-edged wood base and finished with hand-painted black and cream plumage in a rustic folk-art style.

• Maker: Unknown (artist-signed or marked faintly on underside)

• Material: Carved and painted wood

• Height: approx. 8–9” including base

• Condition: Excellent overall with only minor surface wear consistent with age. Stable and displays beautifully.

A classic piece of American coastal folk art, perfect for collectors of shorebird decoys, rustic cabin décor, or handmade carvings.