Ed Snyder Rare Plover

Ed Snyder (1928-2011) Rio Vista, CA, c. 1945 11 in. long, 9 1/2 in. tall

This black-bellied plover has finely painted feather detail, incised primaries, and the maker's signature on the underside. Original paint with light wear.

Provenance: Richard and Dorothy Wheeler Collection

Literature: Michael R. Miller, "Wildfowl Decoys of California,” Spokane, WA, 2015, no plover illustrated.

Provenance

Richard and Dorothy Wheeler Collection