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If you are an author and wrote about the islands, please let us know. Thousand islands decoy collectors association provides collectors of antique decoys and lures a place to share information. The 2020 decoy show has been canceled due to the covid19 virus. Books about the islands islands thousand islands. In 1928 archaeologists discovered eleven amazingly well preserved examples, more than a thousand years old, in the lovelock cave of nevada plate 1.
The thousand islands in new york state have stories to tellfrom the war of 1812 to classic wooden boats not to mention a kentucky derby winner. Jim stewart is the author of decoys of the thousand islands, a primary reference for north. According to one canadian narrative, the reputation for energetic piracy in the thousand islands may well have begun during this war of. This is indeed the definitive book on the carvers and decoys of the thousand islands. Lunman, larry and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at. Thousand islands york for sale collecting wood duck decoys. View all hotels near thousand islands museum on tripadvisor. Thousand islands museum clayton 2020 all you need to.
The thousand islands region possesses a rich and unique heritage of decoycarving, yet more than half. May 22, 2016 the thousand islands in new york state have stories to tellfrom the war of 1812 to classic wooden boats not to mention a kentucky derby winner. Jim stewart has an enduring relationship with the thousand islands. The thousand islands museum hosts muskie hall of fame and vintage decoy displays including an entire room dedicated to sam denny. Includes historical references to chauncey wheeler and his life in alexandria bay and the thousand islands region, interviews with family and associates.
Thousand islands decoy company 46489 county route 1, alexandria bay, new york 607 rated 3. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. Will include dust jacket if it originally came with one. Click on the image or link to learn more about the book. Blevins is featured in the great book decoys of the thousand islands. Great book of wildfowl decoys 2000 america canada europe. Thousand islands decoy company, alexandria bay, ny. Carving and painting duck decoys was a good winter occupation for thousand islanders into the 1970s, when the cheaper plastic and styrofoam decoys took over the market. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. This site showcases a wide array of listings at an array of pricing. See page 166, 167 of decoys of the thousand islands for a spread on the ogdensburg humpbacks. In the thousand islands, castles, cliffs and contemplation. Decoys of the thousand islands collectables a thousand moons on a thousand rivers a.
The decoys were strategically placed along shore or floated on. Free downloads decoys of the thousand islands collectables. The seven chapters look at the distinct carving styles that came out of this region with the help of more than 400 photographs including more than 150 in color. Decoys are now recognized as a form of folk art unique to north america. Decoys of the thousand islands books about antiques. Duck and bird antique decoys mallar decoys whats in. This beautiful book will make a great gift or a fine additionto your own collection. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. This is a vintage rosh douglas 18781962 goldeneye drake decoy. Ken harris contest 2019 sweet contest 2019 knapp contest 2019 1 knapp contest 2019 2 local accommodations. One pair vintage ariduk paper mache mallard duck decoys made by general fibre co. Decoys new york and new jersey decoys offered by mallar. Decoys of the thousand islands by jim stewart and larry lunman photography by peter steer signed by coauthor larry lunman published by boston mills press, erin, ontario canada first edition, 1992outofprint and hardtofind, this book is highly prized by decoy collectors. See as a reference, stewarts book decoys of the thousand islands, pages 3839.
He only made one size and shape of body for all species of ducks so that is why this decoy may have been intended as a canvasback even though it is only long. Mackey made many trips to chincoteague island for the great flounder fishing as well as hunting for chincoteague decoys. Decoy and wildlife art show 2020, an art show in clayton. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. Decoys of the midatlantic region, 1979, sc, also deluxe edit. Decoys of the thousand islands collectables stewart, jim, lunman, larry, steer, peter on.
The first decoys were made by native americans using grass, mud, natural pigments, feathers, and the skins of birds previously killed. Antique thousand islands ny new york us flag souvenir tapestry wall hangings. Buy decoys of the thousand islands by jim stewart, noel hudson editor, larry lunman online at alibris. You can also purchase these through amazon with the links below. By the 1870s sportsmen from the cities were coming to the river for duck hunting and they, too, needed decoys. Barbers book wild fowl decoys, was the first book on decoys as collectible objects. Decoys of thousand islands collectables by larry lunman hardcover excellent condition. George blevins was a butcher and store owner who lived his whole life in alexandria bay. A duck decoy is a manmade object resembling a real duck. Decoys of the thousand islands hardcover may 1 1992 by jim stewart author, larry lunman author 4.
Vintage goldeneye hen duck decoy george blevins 18671928. Decoys of the thousand islands duck decoys book new york out of print nice. River thousand islands ny for sale collecting wood duck decoys. It was cool to see the different duck decoys and the tartan, but the remainder of the museum was disappointing. This is a vintage goldeneye hen duck decoy made by george blevins 18671928 alexandria bay, ny which is in the thousand islands region on the st. Decoys of the thousand islands by jim stewart, 9781550460483, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide.
The surface has been repainted and it appears the bill tip was also tended to. Decoys of the thousand islands by jim stewart, noel hudson. The thousand island region has a compelling historyor histories, depending on whom a canadian or an american interpreted and recorded the historical accounts. Decoy shows old inuse well worn paint and a small crack around the base of the neck. The definitive book on this great regions famous decoys an. Donaldson is one of my personal favorites, because he really in my opinion understood the importance of form. The decoys are a little dirty and could be cleaned if wished. Lunman, larry and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. The decoys were strategically placed along shore or floated on the water, near hides or near blinds where hunters waited. River thousand islands ny for sale collecting wood duck.
He is featured in the book decoys of the thousand islands. Abay fishing charters, islands fishing charters, alexandria bay fishing guide, charter fishing and fishing guides in the 1,000 islands region of the st. Grant, and remains a grand travel destination shared by americans and canadians. Lawrence river from kingston and cape vincent to morristown and brockville. Thousand islands museum attractions thousand islands. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Lawrence river are rich in natural and native history, and feature the baronial summer homes of george pullman and george boldt, whose island castle it was promoted by president ulysses s. Walter donaldson black duck in original paint as well as condition in wonderful form with delicate rasp work to the surface. Through colourful carver profiles and detailed examinations of important birds, the book s authors. With a variety of coastal habitats, including freshwater and saltwater marsh.
The late walter donaldson 19141991, carved about 400 decoys mainly in the early 40s. He is the author of two reference books on wildfowl decoys. Decoys of the thousand islands collectables a thousand moons on a thousand rivers a souvenir. All books are hard cover and in print unless otherwise noted. Welcome to mallar decoys toller shed duck and bird antique. Decoys offered by mallar decoys duck and bird antique. Southern decoys of virginia and the carolinas, 1983. A fantastic biography of the man and extensive study of his work.
Decoys of the thousand islands collectables 9781550460483 by stewart, jim. Vintage bluebill hen duck decoy ferman eyre brockville. I am thinning out my flock of decoys and this is a vintage bluebill hen decoy made by noted brockville, ontario carver ferman eyre18861969. See a carvers bench with the tools used to carve decoys.
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