Big Sky Carvers Mallard Drake Duck Decoy Mary Stevens Signed Limited Edition VTG

Closeup pictures were taken to demonstrate how wonderful condition this piece is in. Please watch the video. ?? HIGH-END COLLECTIBLE BIG SKY CARVERS MALLARD DRAKE DECOY – VINTAGE. This is an exceptional authentic vintage Big Sky Carvers Mallard Drake Decoy, hand-carved and hand-painted by master wildlife artist Mary Stevens. This is not an ordinary decorative duck – it is a highly collectible, artist-signed, limited edition Big Sky Carvers wildlife art piece, marked Crafted 2002 and numbered 7/29. With its turned-head pose, glass-inset eyes, solid carved wood body, detailed hand-painted plumage, wood-burned Big Sky Carvers logo, Mary Stevens signature, and limited edition number, this Mallard Drake represents the kind of premium American wildlife art collectors actively seek. ? WHY THIS PIECE IS SPECIAL. This Mallard Drake brings together the most desirable Big Sky Carvers features in one piece. ? Big Sky Carvers original wildlife art. ? Hand-signed by Mary Stevens. ? Limited edition numbered 7/29. ? Wood-burned Crafted 2002 marking. ?? Original glass-inset eyes. ? Solid carved wood construction. ? Hand-painted layered feather detail. ? Deep wood-burned Big Sky Carvers logo. ? Premium turned-head Mallard Drake posture. These details make it a. Especially desirable for buyers who appreciate. Big Sky Carvers, American wildlife art, hand-carved wood decoys, sporting collectibles, cabin décor, lodge décor, and signed folk art pieces. ? ARTIST SIGNED BY MARY STEVENS. The underside is hand-signed by Mary Stevens, a highly skilled Big Sky Carvers wildlife artist known for her detailed hand-painted decoy work. Her signature adds tremendous collectible appeal because it identifies the individual artist connected to the piece, rather than leaving it as an anonymous production decoy. Big Sky Carvers pieces with clear artist signatures, original burned logos, dated markings, and numbered edition details are especially desirable to collectors. This one has all of those important elements. The bottom is marked with. Big Sky Carvers wood-burned logo. Mary Stevens hand signature. That combination makes this a standout Big Sky Carvers Mallard Drake. 14 inches long from bill to tail. 7 inches wide across the broadest part of the back. 7 inches tall to the crown of the head. This is a substantial, life-sized decorative Mallard Drake with excellent display presence. ? SOLID HAND-CARVED WOOD CONSTRUCTION. This decoy is carved from solid wood, giving it a substantial, high-quality feel that separates it from lightweight resin, hollow molded, or modern mass-produced duck décor. The natural wood underside shows beautiful grain, while the painted body displays carefully shaped contours and lifelike form. The body and head have been shaped with smooth, realistic curves. The turned-head design gives the Mallard Drake a lifelike, alert expression and makes the piece much more dynamic than a standard straight-facing decoy. This pose adds visual movement and makes it especially strong for display on a shelf, table, mantel, desk, lodge setting, cabin interior, or wildlife art collection. ? BEAUTIFUL HAND-PAINTED DETAIL. The artistry on this Mallard Drake is what gives it such strong collectible presence. The head is finished in a deep forest green, paired with glossy dark amber glass-inset eyes that give the duck a realistic gaze. The back and wings are painted in rich chestnut brown tones, with carefully brushed white accents that mimic layered feathers. Every angle shows why Big Sky Carvers became so respected for wildlife sculpture, duck decoys, lodge décor, sporting art, and carved wood collectibles. This is a highly collectible Big Sky Carvers Mallard Drake Decoy from the 2002 production year, signed by Mary Stevens and marked as limited edition 7/29. Big Sky Carvers pieces from the Montana wildlife art era are especially loved by collectors because they capture a style of handcrafted rustic Americana that is no longer produced in the same way. Collectors look for the details this piece has: artist signature, limited edition number, crafted date, wood-burned logo, solid carved wood body, turned-head posture, glass eyes, and hand-painted feathering. This Mallard Drake would be an excellent addition to a collection of Big Sky Carvers decoys, signed duck decoys, carved wood waterfowl, Mallard Drake décor, Montana wildlife art, American sporting collectibles, lodge décor, rustic cabin décor, hunting décor, folk art birds, and collectible wildlife sculptures. You may notice additional items in the background of some photos. YouBeYou LLC curates distinctive vintage, artisan, and collectible pieces chosen for character, craftsmanship, and enduring design. 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