Tan Brunet Miniature Pintail Pair

Andrew "Tan" Brunet (1938-2019) Galliano, LA, 1987 and 2003 drake is 8 1/2 in. long

"Brunet keeps no patterns, modeling his ducks after his pen-raised birds. Attacking the wood block with a knife and hatchet, he produces ducks that fly to collectors' shelves as soon as the painted feathers dry." - Anne Small, "Masters of Decorative Bird Carving"

This pair exemplifies the finely detailed carving and painting that Brunet is known for. The underside of each bird is signed and dated by the artist. Original paint with minimal wear. Drake with very minor darkening to small loss at tip of one tail feather.

Literature: Anne Small, “Masters of Decorative Bird Carving,” Tulsa, OK, 1981, pp. 112 and 120, related pintail illustrated and Brunet discussed.