Jack Reeves Canada Goose

John Cooper Reeves (1860-1896) Long Point, Ontario, Canada, c. 1880 24 in. long

This flat-bottomed decoy was carved by the eldest son of Phineas Reeves (1833-1896). John worked at the Long Point Company as a guide, a carver, and its first bookkeeper. This refined bird is finished with stippled paint and wet feather blending. Original paint with moderate gunning wear, replaced bill, and some inpainting to worn spots mostly on head and back.

Provenance: The George Secor Decoy Collection to Benefit Delta Waterfowl

Provenance

The George Secor Decoy Collection to Benefit Delta Waterfowl