337. Exceptional rigmate pair of solid body mallards, John R. Wells, Toronto, Ontario, 1st quarter 20th century. Outstanding paint with fine detail and good patina. Branded “JRW Maker” on undersides. Near mint original paint; a few tiny dents.
Provenance: Peter Brown collection.
Literature: “Ontario Decoys,” Bernie Gates, p. 46. “Traditions in Wood,” Patsy Fleming, p. 129, exact decoys. DU Canada eBook, exact decoys. (6,000 - 9,000)
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