Mason Decoy Factory Lesser Yellowlegs

Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI, c. 1905 An exceedingly rare tack-eyed shorebird decoy. Only ten-and one-half inches long, this petite decoy is shorter and more delicate than most Masons of this species. Outstanding original paint with minor gunning wear.

Provenance: Alan and Elaine Haid Collection Jim and Deb Allen Collection, aquired from the above

Literature: Russ J. Goldberger and Alan Haid, "Mason Decoys: A Pictorial Guide," Lewes, DE, 1993, pp. 102-103, similar decoys illustrated. Byron Cheever, "Mason Decoys," Spanish Fork, UT, 1974, p. 121, plate 9-13, similar larger decoys illustrated.

Provenance

Alan and Elaine Haid Collection Jim and Deb Allen Collection, aquired from the above