Canada Goose Decoy by Leo Tocchini (1904-1989)
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Canada Goose
Leo Tocchini (1904-1989)
Oakland, CA, c. 1950
20 in. long
Leo lived in Oakland, but enjoyed hunting on Suisun Marsh at the Rich Island Duck Club. An accomplished carver, Leo sold his decoys to fellow club members and other hunters. The underside of this balsa carving is signed by the maker.
Original paint with light wear.
Provenance: Richard and Dorothy Wheeler Collection
Literature: Michael R. Miller, "Wildfowl Decoys of California,? Spokane, WA, 2015, p. 320, related carvings illustrated.
Leo Tocchini (1904-1989)
Oakland, CA, c. 1950
20 in. long
Leo lived in Oakland, but enjoyed hunting on Suisun Marsh at the Rich Island Duck Club. An accomplished carver, Leo sold his decoys to fellow club members and other hunters. The underside of this balsa carving is signed by the maker.
Original paint with light wear.
Provenance: Richard and Dorothy Wheeler Collection
Literature: Michael R. Miller, "Wildfowl Decoys of California,? Spokane, WA, 2015, p. 320, related carvings illustrated.
Condition
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Dimensions
20 in
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Canada Goose Decoy by Leo Tocchini (1904-1989)
Estimate $600 - $900
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