James F. Harper Bluebill Drake

James F. Harper (1857-1948) Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, c. 1900 A rare hollow turned-head decoy displaying comb-painted detail, scratch-painted primaries, and wet-on-wet blending highlighting the cheeks. Signed by the maker with a serifed "H" under the tail. One of the finest Ontario broadbill decoys we have handled. Original paint with light even gunning wear, head is slightly loose. Some minor working touch-up to shot holes.

Provenance: Private Collection, Midwest

Provenance

Private Collection, Midwest