Mason Decoy Factory Brant

Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI, c. 1910 Displaying a smooth head-to-body transition, not always seen on Mason brant. Samuel Wakeman inventory "BR-6-W" in ink on underside. In untouched original gunning condition. Fine dry original paint; a few tight age cracks down underside; head is loose; minor fly specking.

Provenance: Samuel Wakeman Collection Private collection, by descent in the family

Literature: Russ J. Goldberger and Alan Haid, Mason Decoys: A Pictorial Guide, Lewes, DE, 1993, p. 83. William J. Mackey, Jr., American Bird Decoys, New York, NY, 1965, plate 175. Sotheby's and Guyette & Schmidt, American Waterfowl Decoys: The Distinguished Collection of Dr. James M. McCleery, New York, NY, 2000, lot 256.

Provenance

Samuel Wakeman Collection Private collection, by descent in the family