Norman Hudson Pintail Drake

Norman Hudson (1898-1980) Chincoteague, VA, c. 1925 18 in. long

This large-bodied pintail was selected for Henry Stansbury's book on the Hudson family. While all of Ira Hudson's (1863-1949) children were involved in the family's carving business, his sons Norman and Delbert would go on to distinguish themselves as accomplished carvers in their own right. Original paint with moderate gunning wear and some tight age line in neck and sides. Professional touch-up around lines on lower right side.

Literature: Henry H. Stansbury, "Ira D. Hudson and Family," Lewes, DE, 2002, p. 125, exact decoy illustrated.