At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of duck decoy art for your home. Frequently made of
wood,
paint and
metal, every item from our selection of duck decoy art was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of duck decoy art — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An object in our assortment of duck decoy art, designed in the
Folk Art,
Modern or
Neoclassical style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of duck decoy art that is appealing in its simplicity, but
Arthur Nevin,
Abercrombie & Fitch and
Gus Wilson produced versions that are worth a look.
A piece of duck decoy art can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $515, while the lowest priced sells for $125 and the highest can go for as much as $12,500.
Vintage, new and antique decoys have become fashionable decor in modern homes.
The history of decoy ducks, shorebirds, geese and other waterfowl as part of the folk art tradition stretches back thousands of years. Tule duck decoys made between 400 B.C. and 100 A.D. by Indigenous people for use in hunting have been found in Nevada that are similar to decoys still in use today.
Waterfowl decoys are now often made of plastic and foam, but vintage duck decoys from the mid-19th to early 20th century were frequently made of wood. Canvas duck decoys were popularized from the 1920s to ’40s as a lightweight alternative. These folk art pieces feature hand-painted feathers and long, flat bodies, lending themselves well to display in living rooms on shelves and in cabinets.
One of the fascinating aspects of handcrafted waterfowl decoys is their regional variation to match the local birds. For example, German decoys are regularly decorated with green and gray paints, making them look like mallard ducks. Scandinavian decoys are typically black and white, resembling the common eider.
Either option could be a rustic treasure for one’s home, adding a touch of eclectic art to any room. Browse antique, new and vintage decoys on 1stDibs today.