Decorative Objects

Fish in the round Oscar Peterson, carved, painted wood, c. 1920. L.57"

The artistic expression, ingenuity and woodworking expertise required to create lifelike wooden decoys led to the creation of many related sculptures, some of which have become highly prized examples of American Folk Art.

Fish Plaque
Oscar Peterson, carved, painted wood, c.1920. L57' H.11"

Fish Vase
Oscar Peterson, carved, painted wood, c.1920. H.4"

Squirrel Plaque Oscar Peterson, carved and painted wooden, c.1920. H.22", W.15"

Cat Oscar Peterson, freestanding painted wood sculpture with glass inset eyes, c.1920. 15" H,