William Bill Neal Cinnamon Teal Pair

William "Bill" Neal (1924-2014) Black Point, CA, c. 1985 13 1/2 in. long

The undersides of the tails bear Neal's "WN" brand. Original paint with light wear.

Provenance: Richard and Dorothy Wheeler Collection

Literature: Michael R. Miller and Frederick W. Hanson, "Wildfowl Decoys of the Pacific Coast,” Portland, OR, 1989, p. 175, related carvings illustrated. Michael R. Miller, "Wildfowl Decoys of California,” Spokane, WA, 2015, p. 154, related carvings illustrated.

Provenance

Richard and Dorothy Wheeler Collection