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F065: George Lawrence Co. Trout Creel
Very collectible leather-reinforced whole willow wickerweave fishing creel by the George Lawrence Co. of Portland, Oregon, the maker against which every leathered creel is measured. This example of one of Lawrence's last embossed creel designs from the 1950s, while unmarked, is virtually identical to the one pictured on page 74 of "The Art of the Creel" by Chatham and McClain. Its condition is good overall with no damage to the willow. The leather is worn with some surface cracking in the fold attaching the lid to the body of the creel. The latch strap, which is torn in two near the buckle, is riveted to the lid in the manner typical of all Lawrence creels. The basket measures slightly over 8" in height, and 14" in width at the base. SOLD
M231: John Hodge Miniature Flying Mallard Drake
Flying mallard drake by well known Long Island carver John Hodge of Bayport, circa 1st quarter, 20th century. The carving is in original paint with a fine patina and has a hat pin eye. There is an eye screw for hanging the bird, set at the top of the back, as well as a small stick hole in the belly of the bird. It measures 10" in length, 3.5" in height and 1.25" in thickness. On the back it is misidentified as being by John Lee Baldwin, a contemporary of Hodge's. The letters "AEVIC" or "AEVTC" and the numbers "618-4" are also printed on the back. Stand not included.
Price: $450.00
M228: Lloyd Sterling Miniature Widgeon Drake Decoy
Miniature glass-eyed widgeon drake decoy by Lloyd Sterling, Crisfield, Maryland, circa 1950. The carving has bold original paint showing nice age with light wear on edges of bill. It measures 6.5" in length and is 3.25" high. Among Crisfield's early carvers, Lloyd was second only to his contemporaries, the Ward Brothers. His widgeon, teal and pintails are especially prized.
Price: $350.00
F041: Frank Finney Spotted Weakfish Fish Plaque
Very well carved spotted weakfish (speckled trout) by Frank S. Finney, Cape Charles, VA, circa 1995. Brass tag at bottom identifies the fish as having been carved by Finney in 1995 for the collection of Charles and Mary Riser. The trout is in original paint and in great detail with carved gills and fins. A portion of the pectoral fin has been broken off and glued back in place with touchup to that area and one point at the top of the dorsal fin has broken off. The plaque itself measures 22.5" in length and 9.5" in height. The overall length of the carved fish is 20". Finney's signature is stamped on the back of the plaque. SOLD
F040: Frank Finney Red Drum Fish Plaque
Nicely carved red drum by Frank S. Finney, Cape Charles, VA, circa 1995. Brass tag at bottom identifies the red as having been carved by Finney in 1995 for the collection of Charles and Mary Riser. The fish is in original paint and in great detail with carved gills and fins. There is a tight crack in the pectoral fin. The plaque itself measures 23" in length and 11.5" in height. The overall length of the carved fish is 20". SOLD
M223: Pair of Miniature W. Ruppel Hooded Merganser Decoys
Pair of miniature hooded mergansers by Walter J. Ruppel and Son, Portland, Oregon. They are each signed by Walt Ruppel and dated 1992. The drake also retains the company label. Each is in mint original condition with glass eyes, detailed bill carving incised wings and fine feather paint. The hen's head is turned about 20 degrees to the left while the drake's is turned about 10 degrees to the right. They are both 6.5" in length, 3" wide and 3" high.
Price: $595.00
M207: C. Ronco Miniature Woodcock
Fine miniature glass-eyed woodcock with feet incised on a chip-carved base, by C. Ronco, Southwest Harbor, ME, circa 3rd quarter, 20th century. The bird is in excellent condition with minor wear along the edge of its tail. The original paint exhibits a highly detailed feather pattern and a mellow patina. The woodcock measures only 2 3/4” from the tip of the tail to the end of the bill.
Price: $350.00
M165: Wildfowler Mallard Jewelry Box
Two-thirds scale (12" long x 4" wide x 4.5" high) mallard drake jewelry box by Wildfowler Decoys, Old Saybrook, CT. Made of pine with a hollowed storage cavity and hinged back/lid, these specialty items were crafted circa 1940. Production was very short-lived as it was found that they were too expensive to produce and sell profitably. In original condition with a few small nicks and dings, there is a thin age-split running from the lid hinge to the breast that has been professionally repaired. SOLD
