Charles Bergman Rare Canvasback Drake

Charles Bergman (1856-1946) Astoria, OR, c. 1930 15 1/2 in. long

A rare and hollow canvasback by this premier Oregon carver. This example has excellent head and bill carving and a refined spade tail. Under the chin and on the bottom are markings for the "M H SMITH" rig. Original paint with light gunning wear, including slight rubs to tail edges. Professional touch-up to head and neck mostly at crown and reset line in neck.

Provenance: Smith Rig Trenton Spolar M.D. Collection

Literature: Michael R. Miller and Frederick W. Hanson, "Wildfowl Decoys of the Pacific Coast," Davis, CA, 1986, pp. 80-81, related decoys and pattern illustrated.

Provenance

Smith Rig Trenton Spolar M.D. Collection