Super snaky style. Using animal behavior for Conservation: case studies in seabird restoration from the Maine Coast, USA. Mason Decoy Factory 1896 - 1924 | Detroit, Michigan. A small number of talented Missouri artisans created handmade decoys. THE DECOY HAS BEEN STRIPPED OF PAINT. DECOYS UNLIMITED, INC. presents our SPECTACULAR Summer Decoy Auction Monday & Tuesday, July 13 - July 14, 2009 at the Cape Codder Resort and Hotel Hyannis, MA Telephone: (888) 297-2200 www.decoysunlimitedinc.net e-mail: theodores.harmon@comcast.net DECOY DEALER SHOW: Sunday, July 12, 12-9pm • Monday, July 13, 9-4pm Another story of Mason can be found at; For sale duck decoys by Mason Decoy Factory. Restoration by Patrick Kane and branded PK. Journal of the Yamashina Institute for Ornithology, 29(1):1-26 [pdf] Podolsky, R. and S.W. TWO MASON DECOY FACTORY STANDARD GRADE DECOYS Detroit, Circa 1910 A black duck, length 16.75", and a mallard drake, length 16.5". Mason canvasback drake, decoy shows mostly original paint in areas of strengthen. Guyette & Deeter, Inc. North American Decoys At Auction Pheasant Run Resort 4051 East Main . Few shot scars and wood showing through on the left lower side and along a few grain lines on back. [ Antique Advertising ] [ Metal Ware ] [ Wisconsin Decoys ] [ Mason Factory Decoys ] [ factory_ Decoys.htm ] [ hand_ carved.htm ] [ knives.htm ] . $325 Bluebill wooden duck decoy pair by Mason Decoy Factory. Premier model. Possibly some restoration to back and possibly some paint taken down on gray areas. Other books have been written on the subject of factory decoys, particularly Mason decoys. Hollow carved challenge grade bodies with early snakey head style. Lead weight in bottom. Each Duck is has the Description on the bottom and Signed Frank L Beall. Measure 15.75" and 16.5" long. Lot 267: Pair of hollow caved mallards, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan, 1st quarter 20th century. Herters Mallard Vintage Hunting Duck Decoys, Mason Mallard Vintage Hunting Duck Decoys, Sport Plast Mallard Vintage Hunting Duck Decoys, Mallard White Cedar Vintage Hunting Duck Decoys; Challenge black duck Mason Decoy Factory, ca. Weathering the Drought. Below are before and after photos of a full restoration. The surface is nicely restored with crackled paint. * Condition: Original paint and no/little restoration command the highest prices. MASON DECOY FACTORY CANADA GOOSE DECOY Detroit, Circa 1910 Glass eyes. This is a matched pair, hollow carved. Detroit, Michigan, 1896-1924. . with minor flaking and wear; each with a professional tail chip repair; both with filler restoration and inpainting around neck seat; drake with losses to heartwood on underside; hairline cracks in hen's back and . (4,000 - 6,000) detail. Wisconsin Canvasback, Mason influence. IT LOOKS GOOD THE WAY IT IS OR WOULD BE A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR RESTORATION. . A very fine original Mason decoy, tack eye drake black duck in original paint. The absence of a condition report does NOT imply that an an object is free of defects or restoration. Worn original paint with shot scars on right side. . Premier grade with solid body, as all of the geese are. Unrigged white-sided example in bone dry, bright, nearly mint original paint. Neck reset. 310. Glass eyes and nail bill. Made in the Mason Factory style. Challenge grade with extra wide bill carving. Length 17". Antique VTG Mason Duck Decoy Raymond Lead Co. Chicago, Ill. Carved Wood Bluebill. MASON DECOY FACTORY CANVASBACK DRAKE DECOY Detroit, Circa 1910 Premier Grade. Birds. An excellent Mason decoy with very minor surface imperfections. $16.10 shipping. Challenge Grade Mason Drake Mallard Mason Decoy Factory,Detroit,MI., JY M01 Drake Mallard by Mason Decoy Factory, Challenge Grade in excellent original paint as well as condition, with some in-use gunning wear as shown, professional repair to crack along the back by Paul Fortin, Circa 1920-1924. The absence of a condition report does NOT imply that an an object is free of defects or restoration. Call Patrick Kane for more information 989-631-3168. 108. . Donna Tonelli restoration, very nicely done. Provenance: Private Collection, Washington State. Tack eye Black duck from the Mason Decoy Factory(1896- 1924) in lightly worn original paint. . The bottom has an age crack and an old brand. The neck filler is 99% . St. Louisan Ben Yeargan hunted near the confluence of the Missouri and Mississippi rivers. 1890. Please contact Eldred''s before bidding with any questions as to condition. Guyette & Deeter's annual spring decoy and sporting art auction held on April 30 & May 1, 2021. Excellent original . Invaluable is the world's largest marketplace for art, antiques, and collectibles. For example, an unused preening Pintail decoy . In Wildlife Society Bulletin, pp.1140-1149. The surface is nicely crackled an has an aged feel. Guyette & Deeter, Inc.'s annual spring decoy auction held on April 26 & 27, 2018 in St. Charles, Illinois held in conjunction with the Midwest Decoy Collectors Show. Provenance. . Mason Painted Eye Blue Wing Teal, Circa 1920's (#5325) Sold $600.00. . (1377919) ×Bidding has ended on this item. Est: $3,000 - $4,000 . Such restoration does not affect the overall value of the object. The hen has the Rucker stamp. In-the-making thin 1/16" wide back crack appears to have had some old filler added. "He stands out as Missouri's most-accomplished individual historic decoy-maker," said Renner. . $145. The bottom is signed and branded PK. Previously mounted as a lamp. Nice restoration, Circa 1930's, this solid decoy measures 17" long, 5-1/2" wide, and 7-1/2". Tiny tail chip restoration. 5c: Mason Standard Grade Tackeye canvasback hen, ca. William Mason was a dedicated waterfowl hunter. The absence of a condition report does NOT imply that an an object is free of defects or restoration. Decoy . 418. Original paint. Hollow carved challenge grade bodies with early snakey head style. . Paint restoration by the talented artist Larry Rucker. Original Mason weight. Iron bill. . . Thank you for looking and please check out my other auctions.</p> One way to detect restoration work is to examine the decoy under ultraviolet or infrared light, which may reveal a difference in paint treatment, Guyette says. Typical tail chip professionally restored. Trent Spolar collection. DU's voluntary conservation programs are helping producers and duck populations be more resilient during dry . Rare Mason Pintail Hen Duck Decoy, Detroit, MI, Premier Grade, Glass Eyes, Hollow Body, Combination of Mostly Original Paint with Professional Restoration to Head & Tail, a few shot marks, Overall & Very Nice Example & Hard to Find Species, 16.5"L, Est. Notes. Weight and rigging hook on bottom. Condition reports are provided as a complimentary service and . Other books have been written on the subject of factory decoys, particularly Mason decoys. 1905. Original paint with light gunning wear, touch-up to neck filler and seam separation. Check out our decoy sign selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our signs shops. Wear to wood in places on the body and the sides of the head with a coat of finish feeder. A yellowlegs decoy by Seabrook, N.H., carver George Boyd, one of a rig of 11 shorebirds that were sold by Harmon last year after being discovered in a basket near a furnace in a Cape Cod basement, was back on the market. . Duck Decoys, Blue Wing Teal, Sleeper drake, Swimming Hen, Solid Wood. . Each measures approximately 16" in length. Mackey Collection stamp on underside. William J Mason began making . Original "factory repair" on one side. Kress.1992. The sale will be held remotely from the St. Michaels, MD area and will feature approximately 600 . Snakey head style in excellent original paint. Carver: Mason Weight: 10 Price: $1875. Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI, c. 1910 A true matched pair of Mason Factory decoys from the same completed customer order, both exhibiting strong swirl paint. Black Duck wooden decoy by Dodge Decoy Factory, Detroit Michigan. Mallard wooden duck decoy by Mason Decoy Factory after repairs. . 1890's vintage. . DOVE DECOY By the Mason Decoy Factory of Detroit, Michigan. . sold at auction by Guyette and Deeter 267 on 29th April Pair of hollow caved mallards, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan, 1st quarter 20th century. Restoration Suppliers of CT. 99.7% Positive Feedback. Robert Elliston Blue Bill Drake, Circa 1910 . Provenance: Len Carnaghi Collection Condition $4500 Call or e-mail for more information on this decoy. Others may collect Michigan or Illinois River decoys. Pintail wooden duck decoy by Mason Decoy Factory. Bid on Pair of hollow caved mallards, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan, 1st quarter 20th century. THE PLEASE SEE PHOTOS FOR CONDITION. Birds. Mint Paint Previous Listing | Return to Listings . 800 - 1200 1910. Mason Replica Decoy, Salesman Sample and Circa 1889- 1905. 101 DOVE DECOY Circa 1910 . VERY LOW STARTING BID, NO RESERVE. Bid on Pair of hollow caved mallards, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan, 1st quarter 20th century. Pair of Antique Duck Decoys American Primitive Folk Art Early Fiber Wood Painted. It has been restored to appear as used and weathered. . Click to enlarge. $325.00 . Price Realized: 632.50 Premier Grade Broadbill Drake Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI, c. 1910 A wide-billed, large-body style hollow decoy with a "Raymond Lead Co., Chicago" lead strip weight and the initials "EG" carved in the bottom. . Visit Store: Restoration Suppliers of CT. NOS - New Old Stock. professional restoration to one crack at side that runs approximately 9"; head . Excellent original paint; professional restoration to one half of bill. A small number of talented Missouri artisans created handmade decoys. Vintage Restored Mason Duck Decoy. 1997. Length 20.75". . 1905. In 1932, Yeargan completed a rig of 20 canvasbacks and 24 mallards. Please call me at 989-6313168 if you have a restoration project. long. 2500-3500 367A. . The surface is restored with crackled paint. . $975 Delivery method Shipping (+ $40) Ireland. The current record price —$354,500—for a factory decoy was set by a Mason Premier wood duck drake (Fig. BUYER PAYS $15 SHIPPING. Premier mallard hen, ca. For sale is this vintage solid body glass-eyed Mason, duck decoy. A small chip on the left side of the bill is the only apology. Wood Duck Vintage Hunting Duck Decoys, Antique Hunting Duck Decoys, Mason Vintage Hunting Duck Decoys, Plaster Vintage Hunting Duck Decoys, Leather Duck Vintage Hunting Decoys, Herter's Vintage . Attraction of the endangered Dark-rumped View full product details » Rare . Mason Premier Grade mallard hen decoy ca 1915 in fine OP with average in use wear. Glass eyes. Measure 15.75" and 16.5" long. Estimate: $150 - $250 Passed St. Louisan Ben Yeargan hunted near the confluence of the Missouri and Mississippi rivers. A premier-grade hollow mallard hen with an upswept tail. Never rigged. Two cracks to body. Neck filler, shot scar and eye replacement. Please contact Eldred''s before bidding with any questions as to condition. Bid on Strong bluewing teal drake, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan, circa 1900. sold at auction by Guyette and Deeter 77 on 10th November Strong bluewing teal drake, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan, circa 1900. 0 bids. Lot # 487 (Sale Order: . Bluebill hen, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan, 1st quarter 20th century. Mason Challenge Grade Canvasback Pair 450.00 Challenge grade canvasback pair from the Mason Decoy Company (Detroit, MI) ca. Restored. www.decoysforsale.com - Goldeneye drake, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan 1st quarter 20th century A safe place to collect with multiple photos, trusted descriptions and quality product sold to the highest bidder. No bill or tail chips. In mix of original paint with gunning wear and restored paint and a tail chip restoration. $145. $99.00. FIREARMS, LARGE DUCK DECOY COLLECTION, ADVERTISING ITEMS, OLD TONKA TOYS, VINTAGE FISHING EQUIP. All items are guaranteed as described. on Jun 21, 2014. . Rare slightly turned head. Following WWI, Animal Trap began producing wooden duck decoys and the Model #2 is the rarest of the three models of duck decoys produced, see Thayer's "North American Factory Decoy's, pages 10-12 . These small surface cracks should not be restored and are nearly impossible to replicate when completing a restoration in an area of an object that is crazed. TOP Please contact Eldred's before bidding with any questions as to condition. Lot 267: Pair of hollow caved mallards, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan, 1st quarter 20th century. Mason Factory Premier Grade mallard drake decoy in fine OP with average in use wear. Price Realized: 632.50 Premier Grade Broadbill Drake Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI, c. 1910 A wide-billed, large-body style hollow decoy with a "Raymond Lead Co., Chicago" lead strip weight and the initials "EG" carved in the bottom. 1910 from Auctioneers, Inc. on Invalid date EST. Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI, c. 1900. on Jun 21, 2014. . See more ideas about decoy, duck decoys, mason. Good original paint with some honest gunning wear. Antique. Following WWI, Animal Trap began producing wooden duck decoys and the Model #2 is the rarest of the three models of duck decoys produced, see Thayer's "North American Factory Decoy's, pages 10-12 . Home Browse Decoys Mostly original paint with light wear, some age lines, and some touch-up and restoration, including to tail chip and crack along right side. Add To Cart Mason Premier model Pintail Drake. Area Code: 218 . Free Mason replica catalog included. Restoration. The absence of a condition report does NOT imply that an an object is free of defects or restoration. Most of today's collectors prefer this approach. Many that come to market have been professionally restored. Harmon cataloged the lot as the exact decoy pictured in Goldberger and Haid's reference book Mason Decoys, A Complete Pictorial Guide and stated that the "so-called beetle head" style indicated that it was a special order decoy. Two cracks to body. Please contact Eldred''s before bidding with any questions as to condition. Condition reports only detail flaws or restorations and do not take into account wear, fading, or other issues consistent with an object''s age. Add To Cart This is ten times more than current prices realized for any other factory decoy, and substantially more than its original selling price of $1. duck decoy with one glass eye missing otherwise if fine original paint. MASON DECOYS. Minnesota Duck Decoys yesterday's and today's folk artists- Hard Cover Book Sold $130.00. Antique. . The sale will be held remotely from the St. Michaels, MD area and will feature approximately 600 . 100075 SoldWinning Bid: $120.75 3 Bid(s) For example, some primarily collect decoys made by the Mason Decoy Factory in Detroit (1896 - 1924). A Mason glass-eye black-bellied plover in late fall or winter plumage, circa 1905, was another of the shorebirds to do well. 434. Buyer to pay shipping. All original, lead weight on bottom, rigging hook, Circa 1920's. . Mason's Grading System Fig. Ended Merganser drake, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan. The absence of a condition report does NOT imply that an an object is free of defects or restoration. Mackey Collection stamp on underside. Mason Mallard Tack-Eye, Detroit Michigan. Premier mallard drake , ca. Seller: Goose buster . Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI, c. 1910 A true matched pair of Mason Factory decoys from the same completed customer order, both exhibiting strong swirl paint. 154. Inside of each tag is the History of Mr. Mason fro Dublin. 900- 200 4. White and speculum has been enhanced. North American Decoys At Auction Talbot County Community Center 10028 Ocean Gateway Easton, Maryland 21601 50 Table . This collection of late-goose hunting gear will keep you in the field and on the geese. . Our main passion is selling, buying, and trading Vintage Wooden Duck Decoys, and enjoying the history and stories we . Mason Factory Premier Grade mallard drake. William E. Pratt Decoy Co. bought Mason's . U.S. Senate approves Martha Williams in bipartisan vote. MASON BLACK DUCK HEN PREMIER GRADE DECOY, carved and painted wood, hollow body, applied head set with glass eyes, lac. A very nice hunted over example.18 inches long. $49.00. Greenwinged Teal wooden duck decoy by Patrick Kane. Restoration & Care; Rugs & Carpets; Science & Medicine (Pre-1930) Sewing (Pre-1930) Silver; Tapestries; . Great Pair of Readhead Duck Decoys carved by Patrick Vincenti 1989 Havre de Grace MD $325.00 + $25.00 Shipping .Click for more info. Professional restoration is considered acceptable and may be expected when parts are missing or there is damage that in your view defaces the object or impairs its use. Condition and the amount of restoration influence prices. Bid on Canada goose, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan, circa 1900. sold at auction by Guyette and Deeter 69C on 30th April Canada goose, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan, circa 1900. 17K Items sold. Length 20.75". Guyette & Deeter, Inc. North American Decoys At Auction November 7 & 8, 2018. [pdf] Kress, S.W. . Near mint original paint; minor . . colony restoration. MASON DECOYS. Original paint with light gunning wear, touch-up to neck filler and seam separation. Don't pass up a newly carved decoy if the quality is top grade. This rare species, 1920's decoy has some hunter wear. MASON DECOY FACTORY CHALLENGE GRADE MERGANSER HEN DECOY Detroit, Circa 1900 Glass eyes. Restoration Suppliers of CT. 66belvedere2 . 24" long. Still others might focus on teal decoys or shorebirds. Condition reports are provided as a complimentary service and only reflect the opinion of Eldred''s and should not be taken as a statement of fact. View sold price and similar items: Mason Decoy Factory Detroit Mi, Wood Duck Drake Decoy, Detroit Grade, Solid Body, Older Restoration on Paint, Ca. Yet,many questions in the minds of collectors remained. This decoy has painted eyes. Length 15.5". possibly Pekin area. The best decoys made by Mason . Guyette & Deeter, Inc.'s annual spring decoy auction held on April 26 & 27, 2018 in St. Charles, Illinois held in conjunction with the Midwest Decoy Collectors Show. AW09 2000 South Dakota Waterfowl Restoration/DU Print w Stamp Price: $55.00 : AW08 Western Winchester Duck Camp Print Price SOLD: AW10 2002 South Dakota Waterfowl Restoration/DU Print w Stamp . Both with glass eyes. Factory Decoys of Mason, Stevens, Dodge, and Peterson - hard cover book Sold $25.00. sold at auction by Guyette and Deeter 267 on 29th April Pair of hollow caved mallards, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan, 1st quarter 20th century. 17 in. Hollow decoy with glass eyes, measures 15" long, 5-1/2" wide, and 6" tall. Exterior - Trim,Emblems,Bumper. In 1932, Yeargan completed a rig of 20 canvasbacks and 24 mallards. Rare Mason Canada Goose Decoy, Detroit, MI, Premier Grade with Glass Eyes, Solid Body, Excellent Original Paint, professional restoration to tip &amp; underside of bill . Glass eye model. Public discussion (0) You must log in to send a new comment. Decoy Mason Challenge Grade Wigeon Pair — West Coast Decoys Shop Mason Challenge Grade Wigeon Pair Mason Challenge Grade Wigeon Pair 450.00 Early challenge grade wigeon pair from the Mason Decoy Company (Detroit, MI) ca. MASON DECOY FACTORY CANADA GOOSE DECOY Detroit, Circa 1910 Glass eyes. Restoration by Patrick Kane and branded PK. Please contact Eldred's before bidding with any questions as to condition. It is in reasonable condition and displays very well please see all photos as they are part of the description. 100%. Guyette & Deeter, Inc. North American Decoys At Auction April 27 & 28, 2017. Slope breast model. The absence of a condition report does NOT imply that an an object is free of defects or restoration. Termed "one of his very best," the Boyd yellowlegs sold just below the $14/18,000 presale estimates at $13,800. Mallard Hen Cork Body, Wooden Head (#2237) Sold $150.00. Dry original paint with minor wear; dent in one side of bill; filler restoration around neck seat; hairline drying cracks in back; area of touchup on underside. Please contact Eldred''s before bidding with any questions as to condition. Tail chip restoration. GOOD LUCK. Seam line visible. Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924) Detroit, MI, c. 1915 16 in. 12" long. Yet,many questions in the minds of collectors remained. Structurally sound and paint restoration by the talented artist Larry Rucker. Ducks Unlimited Applauds Confirmation of Williams as USFWS Director. Est: $3,000 - $4,000 . Home Browse Decoys Duck and Goose Decoys Merganser drake, Mason Decoy Factory, Detroit, Michigan. Seam line visible, few knots and dents on the body. Crack on right side. . Decoy has some original paint, glass eyes, neck crack shown in pictures, and leather rigging strap. Old in-use repaint. 1915, in mint condition. Snaky head style. $175. 405. Sleek stylish shape. restoration, puppy chews on drake's bill.more. Looking to buy or sell something like this: Mason Factory, Detroit Michigan Painted Eye Blue Wing Teal. with minor flaking and wear; each with a professional tail chip repair; both with filler restoration and inpainting around neck seat; drake with losses to heartwood on underside; hairline cracks in hen's back and . You would freely replace the tires on a car or the drawer runners on a chest because they've worn out with use. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us at 609-560-8028 or 410-745-0485. . "He stands out as Missouri's most-accomplished individual historic decoy-maker," said Renner. 4500-6500 505. Restoration to large portion of tail with remainder of bird in excellent original paint which exhibits Almost all neck filler remains. 1900. . Good feather painting. Bid Not Accepted! Pair of Herters Canvasback , Original Paint (#2709) Sold $225.00. Branded "OT." $6500. Old in-use repaint. The Mason Decoy factory of Detroit Michigan made the first factory decoys (1896-1924). Repainted in the Mason style. Obviously never weighted or rigged for use. MASON BLACK DUCK HEN PREMIER GRADE DECOY, carved and painted wood, hollow body, applied head set with glass eyes, lac. Guyette & Deeter's annual spring decoy and sporting art auction held on April 30 & May 1, 2021. long The underside has the factory "CHALLENGE" ink stamp. Apr 1, 2022 - Explore William's board "Mason decoys" on Pinterest. 1) in January 2000. $3900. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us at 609-560-8028 or 410-745-0485. Restoration. If an object has visible crazing, look for inconsistencies or the absence of crazing in suspicious areas that may indicate a restoration. Buy online, view images and see past prices for Rare Mason Canada Goose Decoy, Detroit, MI,. A decoy with a tail chip or missing neck filler, but in otherwise original condition, can be restored to its original appearance by competent professionals. Mason Factory yellowlegs decoy in XOC with wear and some darkening of the surface due to age.

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