Henry Kilpatrick Rare Brant

Henry Kilpatrick (1867-1945) Barnegat, NJ, c. 1915 19 in. long

This rare decoy was selected by Jim Doherty for inclusion in his book "Classic New Jersey Decoys." Doherty compares this bayman and boat builder to Jesse Birdsall and Henry Grant. This decoy was discovered with unused rigmates still wrapped in newspaper, traces of which can still be seen. A rigmate with newsprint is featured in "Decoys: North America’s One Hundred Greatest." Original paint with light wear.

Provenance: Phil and Beverly Ryser Collection Private Collection

Literature: James R. Doherty, "Classic New Jersey Decoys," Louisville, KY, 2011, p. 149, exact decoy illustrated. Loy S. Harrell Jr., "Decoys: North America’s One Hundred Greatest," Iola, WI, 2000, pp. 88-89, rigmate goose illustrated.

Provenance

Phil and Beverly Ryser Collection Private Collection