Havre de Grace, Maryland, 1966, carved and painted wood, incised R. MADISON MITCHELL / HAVRE DE GRACE / 1966.

Length 13.5 in.

Known as the dean of Havre de Grace carvers, he has influenced many. He carved his first decoy in 1924. This pair has attractive sgraffito feather patterns painted on the back. The hen has a head turn to the left.

Original paint with light gunning wear.