Corb Reed’s ruddy duck decoy exemplifies his characteristic balance of functional realism and restrained folk-art charm. Carved with a compact, rounded body, upright tail and finely detailed wing delineation, the decoy captures the chunky profile and alert head carriage of a drake ruddy in breeding plumage. The paint is applied in layered, muted tones—deep chestnut body, darker wings, and a crisp white cheek patch. Signed and dated 1982, it conveys a lifelike expression prized by both hunters and collectors, making it a desirable example for those seeking an investment quality decoy with strong regional provenance. It measures just over 9” long.
Corb Reed’s ruddy duck decoy exemplifies his characteristic balance of functional realism and restrained folk-art charm. Carved with a compact, rounded body, upright tail and finely detailed wing delineation, the decoy captures the chunky profile and alert head carriage of a drake ruddy in breeding plumage. The paint is applied in layered, muted tones—deep chestnut body, darker wings, and a crisp white cheek patch. Signed and dated 1982, it conveys a lifelike expression prized by both hunters and collectors, making it a desirable example for those seeking an investment quality decoy with strong regional provenance. It measures just over 9” long.
