WEST COAST/CALIFORNIA PREENING PINTAIL HEN DECOY/DECOYS/UNIQUE/WOOD

Description

This unique preening pintail hen was acquired in the Rio Vista, CA area c. 1980.  It may be from a small rig or simply part of a pair.  It appears to be all original with slightly raised wings.  There are obvious signs of use and aging.  The body and head are solid wood, the width enhanced with added wood on each side.  Initials "AW" painted on bottom.  Decoy measures approx 16" long, approx 6 1/2" wide at the widest part of the back.  A rare "model" from a famous California area and of a very popular species!  Cosmetic conditions can be seen in photos.  A rare opportunity for the serious collector!