Tom Schroeder Redhead Drake

Thomas Schroeder (1886-1976) Detroit, MI, 1958 13 in. long

According to author Bernard Crandell, Schroeder was motivated to make his finest works in the hope of competing against the top competitive carver of the day, Charles E. "Shang" Wheeler (1872-1949). Schroeder's desire never came true as Wheeler passed away the year Schroeder first entered the New York show.

Although made as a working decoy, this carving is comparable to the maker’s finest contest winners. A maker's label is affixed to the bottom. Excellent original paint with gunning wear, some touch-up to lower sides, neck seam, and around eyes.

Provenance: Donal C. O'Brien, Jr. Collection Private Collection

Literature: Bernard W. Crandell, "Decoying: St. Clair to St. Lawrence," Erin, ON, 1988, p. 51.

Provenance

Donal C. O'Brien, Jr. Collection Private Collection