William Bill Neal Miniature Flying Brant

William "Bill" Neal (1924-2014) Black Point, CA, 1977 9 1/2 in. long

A McLellan-style brant with an eighteen-inch-long wingspan. This decorative has movable wings and is signed and dated on the underside of the base. Original paint with light wear.

Provenance: Richard and Dorothy Wheeler Collection, acquired from the maker

Literature: Michael R. Miller and Frederick W. Hanson, "Wildfowl Decoys of the Pacific Coast,” Portland, OR, 1989, p. 175, related carvings illustrated. Michael R. Miller, "Wildfowl Decoys of California,” Spokane, WA, 2015, p. 154, related carvings illustrated.

Provenance

Richard and Dorothy Wheeler Collection, acquired from the maker