1988 T Anderson Red Breasted Merganser Duck Decoy Hand Carved Signed Folk Art

Hand-carved and hand-painted wooden red-breasted merganser duck decoy dating to 1988. The underside is handwritten “Red Breasted Merganser” and signed with a name that appears to read T. Anderson, followed by ’88. The exact maker has not been independently verified.

This lightweight carving features visible hand-carved detailing throughout, hand-painted plumage, and inset eyes that appear to be glass.

* Dated 1988

* Signature appears to read T. Anderson

* Hand carved and hand painted

* Red-breasted merganser

* Inset eyes appear to be glass

* Approximately 11” long

* Approximately 6” tall

* Approximately 2 1/4” wide at base

* Weighs just over 1 lb.

CONDITION

Vintage pre-owned condition with paint wear, rubbing, scratches, and other surface wear consistent with age. One of the carved crest points at the back of the head is chipped/broken, as shown in the photos. Please review all photos closely for condition and details.

A distinctive signed and dated vintage waterfowl carving with wonderful folk-art character.