John Kouchinsky Red-breasted Merganser Drake

VERY FINE RED-BREASTED MERGANSER DRAKE by John A. Kouchinsky, Georgetown, SC. Excellent original paint and structural condition. Relief-carved wings with carved primary and secondary feather detail. Raised carved wing tips with fluted tail carving. Detailed painted feather work to breast and sides. Head with striking painted iridescence. Comb crests with detailed feather carving. Slightly turned head with carved cheeks and red glass eyes. Slender bill with carved nostrils, nail and mandible. Signed by the maker and dated 2013. Overall length is approximately 18 inches. Outstanding in all respects. 400-600