Pete "Hurricane" Peterson (VA, b.1944), Pair of Bufflehead

Cape Charles, Virginia, 1979, carved and painted wood, each having turned heads, glass eyes, branded PETE, signed and dated.

From the Personal Collection of Mr. Boyce Hudson Raleigh, NC.

Peterson is a master decoy carver known for elevating traditional waterfowl carving into a respected art form. Blending historical accuracy with artistic expression, Peterson crafts decoys that honor the functional heritage of the Chesapeake Bay while showcasing refined form and detail. His work has influenced a new generation of carvers and is widely celebrated in both folk art and fine art circles. This composed pair of large pintails represent the finest of his work.

Original.