Jim Schmiedlin Schmiedlin Collection Gadwall

Jim Schmiedlin (1945-2015) Bradford Woods, PA, c. 2006 17 in. long

A Pittsburgh native, Jim proudly served in the US Navy from 1965 to 1971. He began carving in his spare time while employed at Pittsburgh Brewing (Iron City Beer), where he worked for forty years. Today, Schmiedlin's work is among the most sought after of any decoy maker who carved in the last half century.

This decoy features a highly articulated and slightly turned head. The underside bears the rare Schmiedlin Collection ink stamp, "JAS" brand, "Return for Reward," the date, and usage details including a showing at the "Chicago decoy show." Excellent original paint with gunning wear.

Provenance: Schmiedlin Rig and Collection Private Collection

Provenance

Schmiedlin Rig and Collection Private Collection