Duck decoy - Vintage Hand-Carved Eurasian Teal Duck Decoy – Hand-Painted Wooden Folk Art – 1960s–1980s - Wood
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Wooden hand-carved Eurasian teal duck decoy in multicolour, dating from 1970–1980, in good vintage condition with minor signs of aging.
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Beautiful Vintage Hand-Carved Eurasian Teal Duck Decoy – European Folk Art – Mid/Late 20th Century
A charming and highly decorative vintage wooden duck decoy, representing a male Eurasian Teal (Anas crecca), beautifully hand-carved and individually hand-painted with remarkable attention to the bird's natural plumage.
The piece is distinguished by its rich chestnut-red head, striking emerald-green eye patches outlined in white, vivid red eyes and delicately patterned cream and brown body.
Particularly attractive are the finely executed feather decorations, featuring intricate brushwork, contrasting black and white wing feathers, deep green accents and a beautifully shaped yellow-toned tail.
The craftsmanship reflects the traditional European art of wooden duck decoys, combining naturalistic representation with the expressive character of folk art.
Period and Origin
Probably European craftsmanship dating from the second half of the 20th century, approximately the 1960s–1980s.
The precise country of origin and maker remain unidentified.
Materials and Technique
Hand-carved wood
Individually hand-painted decoration
Naturalistic polychrome finish
Traditional duck decoy design
Dimensions
25 × 13 × 10 cm
Condition
Good vintage condition, retaining its attractive original-style painted appearance and the authentic character acquired over time.
Some previous conservative restorations are visible, particularly around the neck and tail, together with minor paint wear and age-related imperfections.
These interventions do not compromise the overall solidity or decorative appeal of the piece.
Please examine the detailed photographs, which form an integral part of the description.
Collector's Appeal
A particularly appealing example of traditional wooden bird carving, combining expressive folk-art craftsmanship with colourful naturalistic decoration.
Ideal for collectors of vintage duck decoys, wooden bird sculptures, traditional hunting memorabilia and European folk art.
Equally attractive as a distinctive decorative object in a rustic, country-house or eclectic interior.
Seller's Story
Archivio51 is a business specializing in the research, selection and sale of vintage, design and collectible objects, chosen for their authenticity, aesthetic quality, history and character.
The selection mainly includes interior complements and decorative objects, vintage lighting, globes and maps, perpetual desk calendars, pharmacy and apothecary items, display mannequins and busts, walking sticks, objects in bronze, brass, marble, onyx and wood, industrial and workshop items, signs, decorative containers and other small collectible items.
Each piece is individually researched and selected, with particular attention to its period, provenance, materials, craftsmanship, original patina and condition. When possible, the object is also studied and contextualized to reconstruct its history, era and function.
Archivio51 operates primarily through online sales platforms, addressing collectors, vintage and design enthusiasts, interior designers and international clients seeking original and uncommon objects.
The goal is not merely to sell used objects, but to bring pieces with a story back to light and give them a new place, preserving their identity, charm and authenticity.
Archivio51 – Selection of uncommon, timeless objects.
Translated by Google TranslateBeautiful Vintage Hand-Carved Eurasian Teal Duck Decoy – European Folk Art – Mid/Late 20th Century
A charming and highly decorative vintage wooden duck decoy, representing a male Eurasian Teal (Anas crecca), beautifully hand-carved and individually hand-painted with remarkable attention to the bird's natural plumage.
The piece is distinguished by its rich chestnut-red head, striking emerald-green eye patches outlined in white, vivid red eyes and delicately patterned cream and brown body.
Particularly attractive are the finely executed feather decorations, featuring intricate brushwork, contrasting black and white wing feathers, deep green accents and a beautifully shaped yellow-toned tail.
The craftsmanship reflects the traditional European art of wooden duck decoys, combining naturalistic representation with the expressive character of folk art.
Period and Origin
Probably European craftsmanship dating from the second half of the 20th century, approximately the 1960s–1980s.
The precise country of origin and maker remain unidentified.
Materials and Technique
Hand-carved wood
Individually hand-painted decoration
Naturalistic polychrome finish
Traditional duck decoy design
Dimensions
25 × 13 × 10 cm
Condition
Good vintage condition, retaining its attractive original-style painted appearance and the authentic character acquired over time.
Some previous conservative restorations are visible, particularly around the neck and tail, together with minor paint wear and age-related imperfections.
These interventions do not compromise the overall solidity or decorative appeal of the piece.
Please examine the detailed photographs, which form an integral part of the description.
Collector's Appeal
A particularly appealing example of traditional wooden bird carving, combining expressive folk-art craftsmanship with colourful naturalistic decoration.
Ideal for collectors of vintage duck decoys, wooden bird sculptures, traditional hunting memorabilia and European folk art.
Equally attractive as a distinctive decorative object in a rustic, country-house or eclectic interior.
Seller's Story
Archivio51 is a business specializing in the research, selection and sale of vintage, design and collectible objects, chosen for their authenticity, aesthetic quality, history and character.
The selection mainly includes interior complements and decorative objects, vintage lighting, globes and maps, perpetual desk calendars, pharmacy and apothecary items, display mannequins and busts, walking sticks, objects in bronze, brass, marble, onyx and wood, industrial and workshop items, signs, decorative containers and other small collectible items.
Each piece is individually researched and selected, with particular attention to its period, provenance, materials, craftsmanship, original patina and condition. When possible, the object is also studied and contextualized to reconstruct its history, era and function.
Archivio51 operates primarily through online sales platforms, addressing collectors, vintage and design enthusiasts, interior designers and international clients seeking original and uncommon objects.
The goal is not merely to sell used objects, but to bring pieces with a story back to light and give them a new place, preserving their identity, charm and authenticity.
Archivio51 – Selection of uncommon, timeless objects.
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Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Style
Pop Art
Title
Vintage Hand-Carved Eurasian Teal Duck Decoy – Hand-Painted Wooden Folk Art – 1960s–1980s
Country of origin
Europe
Material
Wood
Colour
Multicolour
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
13 cm
Width
25 cm
Depth
10 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
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