Ed Sweet Bluebill Pair

Edward J. Sweet (1907-1978) Alexandria Bay, NY, c. 1930 Edward Sweet learned decoy carving in Chauncey Wheeler's (1888-1945) shop. His high-head decoys resemble the work of another Wheeler apprentice, Frank "Goldie" Coombs (1882-1958), who may have been carving there at the same time. A lighthouse keeper by trade, Sweet made decoys for his own rig and several hundred others for sale to Alexandria Bay and St. Lawrence River sportsmen. Original paint with light wear.

Provenance: William Tosi Collection

Provenance

William Tosi Collection