Nathan Cobb, Jr. Black Duck

Nathan Cobb Jr. (1825-1905) Cobb Island, VA, c. 1890 A classic hollow Cobb Island decoy, carved with inletted head, glass eyes and an eye groove from the bill to the back of the head. Incised with a serifed "N" on the bottom. A highly collectible southern decoy with superb form and an impeccable provenance. Structurally in very good condition, with minor gunning wear; much of old paint is taken down with a clean later wash applied around 1975; several tight age lines along the back and sides.

Provenance: William J. Butler, Jr. Collection

Literature: Henry A. Fleckenstein, Jr., Southern Decoys, Exton, PA, 1983, p. 197, plates 407 and 408, exact bird illustrated.

Provenance

William J. Butler, Jr. Collection