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The Item for Auction is a Hollow Cedar Black Duck Decoy - Carved by Rich Chmiel Ducks Unlimited Eastern Connecticut Chapter - 1992 Banquet Size is approximately 18 inches New/Mint Condition About the Carver: Rich Chmiel has been carving hunting decoys since the mid 1980's. His traditional hunting decoys have been awarded numerous ribbons at many carving competitions. Aside from being a Board member of the Connecticut Waterfowlers Association, Rich also serves on the Connecticut State Duck Stamp Committee. Rich often makes his decoys available for fund raising events, among them are the CWA banquet, Delta Waterfowl, and the Make a Wish Foundation. His carvings are in collections across the country. Almost exclusively, Maine white cedar is used for the carvings which are then finished with artist oil paints using time honored methods such as scratch painting, combing, and cloth blending. * We will be happy to ship within the lower 48 Continental United States ONLY. We normally ship via US Mail - Insured - with Tracking Number - Decoy will be Shipped for an additional cost of $25.00 including Insurance. If you like what you see - Check out our other listing! Good Luck and Thanks for Looking!