Decoys - North America's One Hundred Greatest [Hardcover]

Jr. Loy S. Harrell (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1, 2000

Antique decoys are among the hottest collectibles in the nation right now. With prime specimens commanding prices reaching well into the six-figure range, collectors see them as both an investment and a status symbol. Everybody wants them, but few can own the real thing. Loy Harrell, one of North America's pre-eminent decoy authorities, has crossed the country to gather photographs and information on the most valuable and sought-after decoys. This full-colour masterpiece displays the greatest decoys of a bygone era, tells about their history and in some cases discusses their value. One of the specimens went for more than 600,000 dollars at a Sotheby's auction. Hunting, antique and waterfowl enthusiasts will want this book not only as a display of great artwork, but also as a valuable reference tool for these American treasures.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 208 pages
• Publisher: Krause Publications (September 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0873419219
• ISBN-13: 978-0873419215
• Product Dimensions: 12.2 x 9.3 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.9 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,392,459 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Color Pictures, July 23, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Decoys - North America's One Hundred Greatest (Hardcover)

This is a great book to view some fascinating decoys. I only wished that the text would go into more detail. Overall this is a great decoy book

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars North America's One Hundred Greatest Decoys, July 27, 2005

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Rodney J. Lavergne (Victoria BC Canada) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Decoys - North America's One Hundred Greatest (Hardcover)

I found this book one of the most inspirational books for a carver that is interested in wildfoul carving.My friends that do not carve enjoyed the book for the pictures and history.I would definitely suggest it to anyone,it makes a good coffee table and reference book.