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Antique decoys, especially antique duck decoys, are a classic example of American folk art at its best. Though originally created for hunting, they frequently feature superb, lifelike craftsmanship and are often admired as striking works of art.
The most collectible antique duck decoys are those created (and used) from the early 1800s through the early 1900s, but the art form has its roots even deeper in American culture - Native Americans created decoys using reeds or duck skins. The most sought after decoys are those originally created for hunting (but never used) by notable carvers like A. Elmer Crowell and Charles Perdue.

Thirty-five years ago, after I graduated college, I needed some decoys for hunting. I had used my father’s wooden d… [more]

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By TIM HAHN Erie Times-News MEADVILLE, Pa.—Jason Minnich was duck hunting on Presque Isle Bay in early November when it occurred to him that he needed more...Read more
Both amounts are chump change compared to the world record auction price for an antique duck decoy: $856000 in 2007 for a Red Breasted Merganser by Lothrop...Read more
New to the Expo this year is a Duck, Goose and Swan Calling Contest for juniors and adults, duck decoy carving demonstrations and the Sportsman Channel...Read more
Whitney Duck Decoy; Drake Duck Decoy by Winfield; Old Squaw Maryland Duck Decoy; Blue Bill Duck Decoy by Benson Mass; B. Mitchel Carved Duck Decoy;...Read more
BY BROOK SIGNED JOHN STORMS 1924, WICKER CRADLE (ATTRIBUTED TO WAKEFIELD) DUCK DECOY WITH CHICAGO ILLINOIS ON BOTTOM, MITCHELS NEW GENERAL ATLAS 1868...Read more
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The motion of a Real Duck decoy is generated by a rotating duo-colored bar stretched across the decoy's back. The flashing color and motion is present,...Read more