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185 183. Pintail drake, Frank Reeves, Long Point, Ontario, last quarter 19th century. Hollow construction with bottom board. Branded “OHP” for O.H. Payne, an early member at the Long Point Shooting Company. Strong original paint; protected by an old coat of varnish that has darkened; hairline crack running partway through lower body on one side; several dents and shot scars. (2,000 - 3,000) 184. Very rare bluebill drake, Peter Pringle, Dunnville, Ontario, 1st half 20th century. Highly detailed texturing on both head and body. Performed with a chisel, which is consistent with Pringle’s early decoys. Several shot scars; original paint; area the size of a quarter on one side of the
186 head has a clear lacquer or varnish applied; otherwise original and good. (3,000 - 4,000) 185. Black duck, David Nichol, Smiths Falls, Ontario. Desirable foot painting on side of body. Retains original rigging. Original paint; small area of crazing on top of bill, otherwise very good and original. (600 - 800) 186. Old squaw hen from Nova Scotia, 1st quarter 20th century. Appealing old in use repaint; fairly large chips missing from tail.
Literature: “Decoys of Maritime Canada,” Dale & Gary Guyette. (700 - 900) 95