Duck Decoy
ManufacturerManufactured by
Bridgeport Novelty Co.
Dateabout 1890
MediumPapier Mache, glass, paint and metal
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (lenght x height x width): 16 1/8 x 7 5/8 x 6 1/16in. (41 x 19.4 x 15.4cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineMuseum purchase
DescriptionDuck decoy, painted mostly dark brown, with green bill, and brown glass eyes. Mounted on metal, bow-shaped plate that is marked, "BPT. NOVELTY/ CO./ BRIDGEPORT/ CT." Two screws in plate are rusted, and plate pierced in center, probably for a tow line.
Object number1980.33.1
MarkingsOn metal base plate: "BPT. NOVELTY/ CO./ BRIDGEPORT/ CT."Subject Terms
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