J.C. West, 1973, & Painted Male Mallard Duck Decoy
Updated September 19, 2026
This auction ended on September 26, 2026.
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| Lot number | 339 |
| 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 mallard duck decoy by J.C. West of Surf City, New Jersey, modeled in a classic resting form with inset glass eyes and finely detailed feather patterning throughout the body. The drake features a dark green head, yellow bill, chestnut breast, blue wing speculum, and intricately painted gray and black plumage, with carved and painted accents emphasizing the individual feathers. The underside is hand-inscribed “Male Mallard by J.C. West, Surf City, N.J., 1973.” Condition shows light age-related wear with scattered scratches, rubbing, minor paint loss, and surface abrasions consistent with age and display. Measures 4.25"H x 8.5"W x 3.75"D
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