Mark McNair Early Canada Goose

Mark S. McNair (b. 1950) Old Lyme, CT, 1973 25 in. long

A hollow Canada goose in a hissing pose, and the first goose ever made by McNair. The following inscription is painted on the underside: "This is my first goose decoy, & one of the earliest made at the studio in Old Lyme, 1973. It's been in our family until it came to you this December 1, 1984." The bird also bears and early incised "MSM" and a later incised "M. S. McNAIR." Original paint with minimal wear.

Provenance: Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection, acquired directly from the artist in 1984

Provenance

Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection, acquired directly from the artist in 1984