Jim Schmiedlin Wigeon

Jim Schmiedlin (1945-2015) Bradford Woods, PA, 2005 16 in. long

A Pittsburgh native, Jim proudly served in the US Navy from 1965 to 1971. He began carving in his spare time while employed at Pittsburgh Brewing (Iron City Beer), where he worked for forty years. The underside bears the maker's "JAS" brand, "Return for Reward," the date, and signature. Original paint with light wear.

Provenance: Ron Kobli Collection, acquired from the maker Private Collection, Pennsylvania

Provenance

Ron Kobli Collection, acquired from the maker Private Collection, Pennsylvania