Vernon Bryant (MD), Dead Hanging Black Duck and Hen Pintail

Perryville, Maryland, circa 1990s, carved and painted wood, signed and dated.

Height 22 in.

Private Collection, Chincoteague, Virginia

Bryant is a third-generation carver, and his work reflects a deep understanding of both traditional craftsmanship and artistic expression. He has been recognized for his skill, including being named "Carver of the Year" in 1999. His decoys are known for their distinctive features, such as hinged necks and stylized forms, and he creates a variety of birds, including mallards, canvasbacks, pelicans, herons, and swans.

Original paint with mild scuffing.