Delaware River Redhead Decoy

Antiques : Hunting, Decoy : Bird Carving, Folk Art

 

This redhead is an early Delaware River decoy. Most redheads were repainted as bluebills when hunting for redheads was banned. It has a fluted tail, and an inletted weight which indicates that it was made by a carver who also carved in the New Jersey style. The decoy is in good condition, with some checks and dings that can be seen in the photos. This is an early piece of gunning history.

Item ID: A-222