Mason Decoy Factory Blue-winged Teal Hen

Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI, c. 1900

Authors Goldberger and Haid describe a similar challenge-grade, blue-winged teal hen as, "rare and hard to find" in their book on Mason decoys. In original paint with light wear, replaced neck filler, minor touch-up to back and head, and roughness to bill edges.

Literature: Russ J. Goldberger and Alan G. Haid, "Mason Decoys: A Complete Pictorial Guide," Burtonsville, MD, 1993, p. 58, related example illustrated.