Frank Finney Calling Mallard Drake

Frank Finney (b. 1947) Pungo, VA, c. 1990 This decoy represents a pinnacle carving for the maker and is one of the most intricate standing decoy carvings by any carver. A hollow, mechanical, articulated decoy with hand-turned and carved boxwood wheels and pulleys in its interior. The two rear pulley strings have antler buttons which when extended turn the bird's head to one side and open the bill as if calling. The feet are carved from cherry with the maker's incised "F" signature on the bottom of each. The bird is set upon, but may be removed from its hard wood base. Original condition.

Provenance: Private Collection, New York

Provenance

Private Collection, New York