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English 19th Century Antique Decoy Duck
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    34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.
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English 19th Century Antique Decoy Duck

19th century
Sold 11 February 2025 · Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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English 19th Century Antique Decoy Duck

A lovely shapely English antique carved wooden decoy duck that dates to around 1880. Still in the original painted finish, more unusual to find hand carved feathers to the back. In very good condition.

Dimensions

Height: 18cm (7.14")

Width: 32cm (12.70")

Depth: 15cm (5.95")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Wooden Decoy to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Reference Numbers
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SA1123875
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Description
English 19th Century Antique Decoy Duck

A lovely shapely English antique carved wooden decoy duck that dates to around 1880. Still in the original painted finish, more unusual to find hand carved feathers to the back. In very good condition.

Dimensions

Height: 18cm (7.14")

Width: 32cm (12.70")

Depth: 15cm (5.95")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Wooden Decoy to the 19th Century.

Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1123875
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2009

34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I A hand-carved wooden duck decoy with worn black and grey paint and glass eyes, viewed from the side. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

English 19th Century Antique Decoy Duck

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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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A hand-carved wooden duck decoy with worn black and grey paint and glass eyes, viewed from the side.
English 19th Century Antique Decoy Duck
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A hand-carved wooden duck decoy with worn black and grey paint and glass eyes, viewed from the side.
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  • ObjectDecorative Objects
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFolk Art
  • MaterialWood, Paint
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsHand carved, Original painted surface, Glass eyes, Carved wing detail
  • SizeH 18 cm (7 in) x W 32 cm (13 in) x D 15 cm (6 in)

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Working duck decoys were traditionally carved from wood or cork and hand-painted to lure waterfowl within shooting range during the 19th and early 20th centuries, before mass-produced plastic alternatives became widespread.

Authentic period decoys were typically fashioned from native timbers such as pine, cedar, or balsa, carved with hand tools, and finished with lead ballast weights affixed to the underside to ensure self-righting stability in water.

Authenticity is determined by examining tool marks, original layered paint patination, structural wear consistent with active water use, and the presence of glass eyes or appropriate iron hardware.

These sculptural objects act as tactile focal points and can be displayed individually on bookshelves, sideboards, or coffee tables to introduce rustic texture and historical character to a room.

Preservation requires keeping the object away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity levels to prevent paint flaking and wood splitting, dusting gently with a dry, soft cloth without applying chemical cleaning agents.
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