High-head Pintail Decoy By Laurence D. "ski" Zalesky (1913-1989) Vallejo, Ca - May 01, 2024 | Copley Fine Art Auctions In Ma
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High-Head Pintail Decoy by Laurence D. "Ski" Zalesky (1913-1989) Vallejo, CA

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High-Head Pintail Decoy by Laurence D. "Ski" Zalesky (1913-1989) Vallejo, CA
High-Head Pintail Decoy by Laurence D. "Ski" Zalesky (1913-1989) Vallejo, CA
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High-Head Pintail Decoy
Laurence D. "Ski" Zalesky (1913-1989)
Vallejo, CA, c. 1940
18 1/2 in. long

This maker was mentored by "Fresh Air Dick" Janson.
Original paint on most of back with the balance in repaint with moderate gunning wear, including some dings to back and a reset neck crack.

Provenance: Richard and Dorothy Wheeler Collection

Literature: Michael R. Miller, "Wildfowl Decoys of California," Spokane, WA, 2015, p. 214, related carvings illustrated.

Size
18 1/2 in. long

Condition
Original paint on most of back with the balance in repaint with moderate gunning wear, including some dings to back and a reset neck crack.

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High-Head Pintail Decoy by Laurence D. "Ski" Zalesky (1913-1989) Vallejo, CA

Estimate $500 - $800
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Starting Price $250
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