Description
Bufflehead Drake Charles E. Jester (1876 Bufflehead Drake
Charles E. Jester (1876-1952)
Chincoteague, VA, c. 1900
11 1/2 in. long
An exceptionally rare hollow bufflehead by this maker. The bird's thin neck flares into pronounced cheeks accurately representing the species.
Original paint with gunning wear, including minute chip to bill tip.
Provenance: Donal C. O'Brien, Jr....