Willie Ross Red-breasted Merganser Drake

Willie Ross (1878-1954) Chebeague Island, ME, c. 1910 This exact decoy is featured in a two-page spread in John Dinan’s Maine chapter of "The Great Book of Wildfowl Decoys." The caption reads, “Merganser by Willie Ross. This superb shelldrake illustrates Ross’s ability to create a graceful decoy using simple lines.” Original paint with light gunning wear and a repaired bill.

Provenance: Ronald Swanson Collection Stephen H. Churchill Collection

Literature: Joe Engers, ed.,"The Great Book of Wildfowl Decoys," San Diego, CA, 1990, pp. 30-31, exact decoy illustrated.

Provenance

Ronald Swanson Collection Stephen H. Churchill Collection