Clark Madera Rare Mallard

Clark Madara (1883-1953) Pitman, NJ, c. 1920 17 1/2 in. long

Jim Doherty selected this exact decoy for his "Classic New Jersey Decoys" book while it was in the Dave and Jean Campbell Collection. The underside is marked with the Campbell's "DSC" collection stamp. Mallards, and subsequently their decoys, along the Atlantic flyway were very rare during this era. Original paint with even gunning wear.

Provenance: Dave and Jean Campbell Collection, acquired from the Madara Family Private Collection

Literature: James R. Doherty, "Classic New Jersey Decoys," Louisville, KY, 2011, p. 162, exact decoy illustrated.

Provenance

Dave and Jean Campbell Collection, acquired from the Madara Family Private Collection