Redhead drake decoy by Charlie "Speed" Joiner (1921-2015), Chestertown, MD.  Circa 1950. Retains original rigging. Some minor rubs and scratches and a slight neck crack that doesn’t take away from the display. Great early decoy for the Joiner collector.
Charlie “Speed” Joiner was a renowned decoy carver from Chestertown, Maryland, celebrated for his craftsmanship and significant contributions to the Chesapeake Bay waterfowling tradition.
Joiner studied under Madison Mitchell, a prominent carver from Havre de Grace, Maryland, and was influenced by the Ward brothers of Crisfield, Maryland. This blend of mentorship and observation helped him develop a distinctive style that combined elements from both traditions with his eye for painting.