Charles Perdew Raised-wing Canvasback Pair

Charles H. Perdew (1874-1963) Henry, IL, c. 1945 15 1/4 in. long

These canvasbacks represent a very rare Perdew species, and one of the few matched pairs. They exhibit fine feather paint detail and raised wings. On the drake, Perdew implemented extensive feather-combed painting. Outstanding original paint with very minimal wear.

Provenance: Henry Looyer Collection Jack D. Mitchel Collection, presented by the above in 1952 Herb Wetanson Collection

Literature: Stephen O'Brien and Julie Carlson, "Masterworks of the Illinois River," Boston, MA, 2005, pp. 84-86, related raised-wing decoys illustrated.

Provenance

Henry Looyer Collection Jack D. Mitchel Collection, presented by the above in 1952 Herb Wetanson Collection