Mason Decoy Factory Challenge-grade Merganser Hen

Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI, c. 1910 17 in. long

A closely related example was chosen for the front dust-jacket cover of Goldberger and Haid's 1993 "Mason Decoys" book. The underside bears the brand "Q. A. Shaw." Original paint with gunning wear and a tight crack along the underside. Two-thirds of bill has been professionally restored.

Provenance: Quentin A. Shaw Rig, Eastham, Massachusetts Lew Horton Collection

Literature: Russ J. Goldberger and Alan Haid, "Mason Decoys: A Complete Pictorial Guide," Lewes, DE, 1993, front dust-jacket cover, closely related example illustrated, p. 73, rigmate illustrated.

Provenance

Quentin A. Shaw Rig, Eastham, Massachusetts Lew Horton Collection