Root-head folk art wader decoy

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A primitive root head wader decoy, circa 1940. This style of decoy was given the name root head because the carver would literally use a conveniently shaped piece of root or driftw ood to form the head and neck of the decoy. As with this example, the bodies were often made from old fishing floats. 9" L X 17" H inc stand. (23 x 43cm) Show more