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Early 20th Century English Decoy
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Early 20th Century English Decoy

1900 - 1920
Description

Early 20th century English estate made decoy duck.

A true example of an early 20th century English estate made decoy duck form, with glass eyes. With a wonderful, pointed shape and perfect worn painted surface. Made from sectioned piece of pine, this example has an old lead section at its base to help it float. This example was part of a larger collection recently discovered by us in a large country estate sale, in the south of England. A lovely example of what a decoy duck shown represent in form and look in our humble opinion.

Origin: English

Material: Pine

Age: 1910 - 1920

Size: Height 7” x Width 16” x Depth 5”

Condition Report

A naturally aged item, that has stood the test of time, obvious loss to surface area with loss to wooden areas due to age and natural wear (specifically underneath).

Its exceedingly difficult to photograph all the areas of these pieces, therefore we strongly suggest reviewing all the photos provided as part of this advert and propose questions where sections are unclear to avoid disappointment upon purchase.

For multiple years we have sold antique and vintage items globally, please expect our items to show relevant age and natural wear, Items are only restored due to breaks and loss, and we always stipulate this in our condition report.

Physical Dimensions
Height
17.8cm (7.01")
Width
40.6cm (15.98")
Depth
12.7cm (5.00")
Declaration

The House of Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Duck Decoy to the 1920s.

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SA996965
Dealers Internal Reference
point nose duck
Description
Early 20th century English estate made decoy duck.

A true example of an early 20th century English estate made decoy duck form, with glass eyes. With a wonderful, pointed shape and perfect worn painted surface.

Made from sectioned piece of pine, this example has an old lead section at its base to help it float.
The House of Antiques

This example was part of a larger collection recently discovered by us in a large country estate sale, in the south of England. A lovely example of what a decoy duck shown represent in form and look in our humble opinion.

fig 1. A hand-carved wooden duck decoy featuring a distressed black paint finish and an elongated beak.
fig 1. Early 20th Century English Decoy

Origin: English

Material: Pine

Age: 1910 - 1920

Size: Height 7” x Width 16” x Depth 5”

Condition Report

A naturally aged item, that has stood the test of time, obvious loss to surface area with loss to wooden areas due to age and natural wear (specifically underneath).

fig 2. A hand-carved wooden duck decoy featuring a distressed black paint finish and an elongated beak.
fig 2. Early 20th Century English Decoy

Its exceedingly difficult to photograph all the areas of these pieces, therefore we strongly suggest reviewing all the photos provided as part of this advert and propose questions where sections are unclear to avoid disappointment upon purchase.

fig 3. A hand-carved wooden duck decoy featuring a distressed black paint finish and an elongated beak.
fig 3. Early 20th Century English Decoy

For multiple years we have sold antique and vintage items globally, please expect our items to show relevant age and natural wear, Items are only restored due to breaks and loss, and we always stipulate this in our condition report.

Height
17.8cm (7.01")
Width
40.6cm (15.98")
Depth
12.7cm (5.00")
Date of Manufacture

The House of Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Duck Decoy to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA996965
Dealers Internal Ref
point nose duck
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Early 20th century English decoy
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Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Historically, carved wooden decoys were crafted by wildfowlers to attract game birds to specific shooting locations. Over time, these functional objects became appreciated as traditional folk art sculptures.

Craftsmen typically hand-carved these objects from lightweight, durable timber such as pine, cedar, or lime wood. They were then sealed and painted with oil-based finishes to withstand aquatic exposure.

Authentic pieces often display natural surface wear, hand-carved tool markings, lead ballast weights flush-mounted to the base, and original layered paint showing genuine age-related patination.

Position the decoy on a wooden mantelpiece, open bookshelf, or side table alongside natural stone or metallic accents to add visual texture and rustic character to a design scheme.

Store the item in a stable climate away from direct sunlight and artificial heat sources. Dust gently using a soft, dry lint-free cloth without applying chemical detergents or water.
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