Mason Decoy Factory Premier-grade Mallard Pair

Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI, c. 1908 18 in. long

Authors Goldberger and Haid laude the "unmatched beauty and craftsmanship" of Mason factory decoys in their monograph.

A classic mallard pair in excellent condition with strong swirl paint. Original paint with minimal wear, hen has minor touch-up at neck seam and to factory age line along back, drake has touch-up to nail holes and body seam along left side.

Literature: Russ J. Goldberger and Alan Haid, "Mason Decoys: A Pictorial Guide," Lewes, DE, 1993, p. 23, related examples illustrated.