Mark McNair Preening Merganser

Mark S. McNair (b. 1950) Craddockville, VA, c. 1990 A fine turned-head hollow decoy with carved raised wing detail. One of the primary feather groups is a separate piece of wood raised off the body and attached with three square wooden pegs. The preening head has carved eyes and bill detail. The decoy has an upturned tail and a "Keystone" lead weight.

In very good original condition. The stylized original paint has some of its edges purposely worn.