Joe King Bluebill Drake

Joseph S. King (b. 1909) Edgely, PA, c. 1930 Displays traditional raised wing and tail carving, glass eyes, and incised bill detail. The maker's "J S King, Edgely, PA," stamped weight is on the bottom, along with the Hillman collection stamp. This decoy was repainted by King's hunting buddy, William Quinn (1915-1969). In-use repaint by Quinn with gunning wear.

Provenance: John Hillman Collection Private Collection, Massachusetts

Provenance

John Hillman Collection Private Collection, Massachusetts