David Ward Surf Scoter Decoy

A carved and painted surf scoter drake decoy by J.P. Hand (Goshen, New Jersey), branded on the underside JP HAND, CMCH NJ. Measures 16 inches in length. We happily provide seamless in-house packing an

White Wing Surf Scoter decoy, marked "H.K. Fort Kent" on underside. A unique piece, noted found on a farm in Friendship Maine. Measures 16" long.

A 16 1/2 inch Surf Scoter drake decoy by Charles Jobes (b.1964), Havre de Grace, MD. A rare species of duck for a Southern carver. Original paint with minor wear.

Pt. Pleasant, NJ, glass eyes, hollow bodies, excellent original paint, makers signature & dated 1972 on bottom, 14"L, est. 400 - 600

Troy, Michigan, glass eyes, balsa body, excellent original paint with great detail, head is turned slightly left, signed & dated 2014 on bottom, 15.5"L, est. 300 - 500

FINE SURF SCOTER by the Wildfowler Decoy Co., Bohemia, NY. Excellent original paint and condition. Nice carved and painted bill detail. Retain full keel. Crisp Wildfowler brand. Stenciled notation on

A n 18 1/2 inch Surf Scoter drake decoy by John H. Mulak (b.1943), Yarmouthport, Cape Cod, MA. Signed with his early initial oval brand. Purchased from his personal hunting rig. John's Cape Cod gunnin

Large Hand Carved Preening Swan Decoy by talented Connecticut decoy carver David B. Ward. With his signature initials on the bottom and the date 1981. Among the largest native species of waterfowl in

Possibly a Bufflehead hen. Stamped "DBW 77" and signed again in ink DW '80 underneath. Dimensions: H 5.25" x L 10" x D 5.5" Condition: Some surface dirt, a few scuffs and small losses to paint.

PAIR OF SURF SCOTERS by the Wildfowler Decoy Company, Pt. Pleasant, NJ. Excellent original paint and condition. Detailed carving and paint to heads and bills. Both heads with fine painted ticking. Ret

Canadian. 1838-1912. Hollow body. Signed 3 times to underside, "D. WARD" (x2) and "A.S. WARD". 10.5 x 4.75 x 4.5". Paint exhibits minor losses, mostly from top of head and back. CODE:DCOY

An early 11 inch preening shorebird decoy by David B. Ward (1947-2020), Essex, CT. Signed and dated on the underside with stamped "DBW, 79". Displays glass eyes, a "pitchfork tine" bill, raised carved

Although known for his decoys, listed artist David B. Ward also made and painted ceramics. He has a series of pyramid shaped ceramics painted with gold leaf accents and signed under the lid. This item

An early 18 inch cork-bodied shorebird decoy by the late David B. Ward (1947-2020), Essex, CT. Displays glass eyes, a tapered "pitch fork tine" bill and an inserted wooden tail. Ward followed in his g

VERY RARE MINIATURE SURF SCOTER by Thomas Wilson, Ipswich, MA, (1863-1940). Excellent original paint and condition. Rare floating decoy model with painted speculums and white head crest. Retains black

Harold and James McAllister, Gasonville, MD, "Surf Scoter antique reproduction original from Connecticut shore 1890", black and white painted wood, 16"l. CONDITION: Very good, minor wear.

Mattapoisett, MA, circa 1970. Ruddy Duck Hen, 7 1/2" high, 13 1/2" long. Hen Surf Scoter, 7" high, 12" long. Excellent condition.

Pair of vintage duck decoys to include a canvasback carved wood drake duck decoy signed L.T. Ward Bro, dated 1940 and the initials GLM (Glen L. Martin). 16 1/2" long and a black duck decoy by David Fo

"Viking Rig" Scoter Augustus Aaron "Gus" Wilson (1864-1950) South Portland, ME, c. 1890 17 1/2 in. long Wilsons of this form have been dubbed the "Viking Rig" due to their distinctly high heads that l

Surf scoter, Jim Schmiedlin, Bradfordwoods, Pennsylvania. "JAS" branded on underside. Also has Jim's Reward for Return label on underside. Hollow carved with slightly turned head and relief wing carvi

David B. Ward. Carved eagle plaque. Carved wood with paint and gold leaf. L 32". Condition: Excellent condition. Link for high-res images: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/d2nzjt2t5uhgew64tyr8q/h?rlkey=

FINE AND RARE PAIR OF SURF SCOTERS by Bob White, Tullytown, PA. Gunning models in excellent original paint and structural condition. Hollow construction. Both with raised wing tip carving and fluted t

Monhegan Style Scoter by Gus Wilson of Portland Maine. Slightly turned inlet head. Chip on one side of tail, numerous cracks to body and paint loss. *Sold in 1992 at Gary Guyette and Frank Schmidt Auc

White-Winged Scoter Augustus Aaron "Gus" Wilson (1864-1950) South Portland, ME, c. 1930 16 in. long A classic Wilson sea duck with a slightly turned and tucked head. Original paint with moderate wear.