George Boyd Black Duck

George H. Boyd (1873-1941) Seabrook, NH, c. 1920 22 in. long

This black duck is made in a similar style to the maker's famous canvas-covered geese. In the case of these rare black ducks, Boyd executed fully finished carving to both the front and back ends of the bird. The undersides of the bill and tail are branded "BEAN." Mostly original paint on the head and working paint on the body with gunning wear, including a chip to the tail.

Provenance: Bean Rig James R. and Diane Cook Collection Dr. S. Lloyd Newberry Collection

Literature: Donna Tonelli, "Top of the Line Hunting Collectibles," Atglen, PA, 1998, p. 83, exact decoy illustrated. Jim Cullen, "Finely Carved and Nicely Painted: The Life, Art and Decoys of George H. Boyd, Seabrook, NH, 1873-1941," Rye, NH, 2009, p.39, rigmates illustrated.

Provenance

Bean Rig James R. and Diane Cook Collection Dr. S. Lloyd Newberry Collection