Richard Janson Pintail Pair

Richard "Fresh Air Dick" Janson (1872-1951) Sonoma, CA, c. 1940 17 1/2 in. long

"Truly, he was the West's most important master carver." — Michael R. Miller and Frederick W. Hanson, "Wildfowl Decoys of the Pacific Coast" Through Duckhorn Vineyard's famous Decoy wine line, Janson's pintail drake has become perhaps the world's most recognized decoy. Furthermore, a related pair was chosen to illustrate the front dust-jacket cover of "Wildfowl Decoys of the Pacific Coast."

This pintail pair exhibits fine bill and wing-tip detail. They were never rigged and are in excellent condition. Excellent original paint with light wear.

Provenance: Private Collection, Washington State

Literature: Michael R. Miller and Frederick W. Hanson, "Wildfowl Decoys of the Pacific Coast,” Portland, OR, 1989, front cover, related pair illustrated.

Provenance

Private Collection, Washington State