William J. Red Madden Rig of Nine Peeps

William J. "Red" Madden (1910-2005) Chatham, MA, c. 1960 6 3/4 in. long

A rare mid-century working rig of shorebirds in a variety of different poses. Madden is remembered as a game warden on Cape Cod who enjoyed decoying shorebirds on Nauset Beach. These birds all show evidence of use. Each has an inlaid head, good feather paint, and is signed with an incised "M." They have wire bills and legs. Original paint with wear from use.

Provenance: Private Collection, acquired in Chatham, Massachusetts

Provenance

Private Collection, acquired in Chatham, Massachusetts