Brandt Decoy, Likely Massachusetts, Branded: Bristol Gun Club - Antique Associated At West Townsend

Brandt Decoy, Likely Massachusetts, Branded: Bristol Gun Club

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Brandt Decoy, Likely Massachusetts, Branded: Bristol Gun Club

The bird appears to be Cape Cod, similar in body/head shape to Monomoy traditions. The decoy is carved from a single piece of wood with attached root head. The bottom displays strong remnants of a brand, ‘Bristol __’ which was under a [now missing] lead ballast weight. The brand appears to be that of the Bristol Gun Club; likely the Bristol (Connecticut) hunting and fishing club which was founded in 1923 and is still in operation. The bird is of wonderful form.

Item Date: First half of the 20th century...

Measurement: Length: 18.25"; height: 10.25"; width: 6"

Item Condition: The tail has a chip; body age checks. Paint is worn, thinning, gone yet soulful; bird is sound.

Price: $1,450

SKU 859-65

For More Information, Please Contact David Hillier at 978-597-8084 or email drh@aaawt.com.

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