Rare hand carved and painted Hooded Merganser For Sale

Michel Paradis was a French Canadian wood carver of many species of birds.He was known for the striking colors and detailing on every bird. Using the smallest woodworking chissels he carved the vanes and barbs in every feather. He carved a variety of birds from Cardinals to ducks and geese and used solid kiln dried basswood.All of his creations have one thing in common.....they are all lifelike.Fine wood sculptures like this are in a class of their own and always get the attention of those who appretiate the finer things in life.