J.C. West, 1976, & Painted Male Wood Duck Decoy
Updated September 19, 2026
This auction ended on September 26, 2026.
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| Lot number | 338 |
| Estimate | 100.00 - 200.00 USD |
| Category | Sporting Goods & Outdoors |
| Auction | SEPTEMBER AUCTION |
| Date | September 26, 2026 at 12:00 PM EDT |
| Auction house | Big Shanty Auction |
| Location | Marietta, Georgia |
Hand-carved and painted wooden male wood duck decoy by J.C. West, modeled in a compact resting pose with inset glass eyes and richly detailed plumage. The drake is painted in deep black, green, blue, chestnut, cream, and tan tones, with bold facial striping, patterned flank feathers, and elongated tail feathers characteristic of the species. The underside is hand-inscribed “Male Wood Duck,” signed “J.C. West,” “Surf City, N.J.,” and dated 1976. Condition shows light age-related wear with scattered scratches, rubbing, minor paint loss, and surface abrasions consistent with age and display. Measures 3"H x 5.5"W x 2.25"D.
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