Horace Crandall Mallard Pair

Horace "Hi" Crandall (1892-1969) Westwood, CA, c. 1935 16 1/2 in. long

A slightly turned-head rigmate pair. The hen has a slightly uplifted head. Original paint with light gunning wear.

Provenance: Les Vache Collection, acquired from the Crandall family Richard and Dorothy Wheeler Collection, acquired from the above

Literature: Michael R. Miller and Frederick W. Hanson, "Wildfowl Decoys of the Pacific Coast,” Portland, OR, 1989, p. 363, related drake illustrated. Michael R. Miller, "Wildfowl Decoys of California,” Spokane, WA, 2015, p. 581, exact decoys illustrated.

Provenance

Les Vache Collection, acquired from the Crandall family Richard and Dorothy Wheeler Collection, acquired from the above