I collect chef figurines. This one fit right in and even stands out due to its size. I really like this piece. It is in my curio right in front for all to see.
I've bought a few of Audi's sculptures by now and love them all. I've given them as gifts to bird loveers. They are so very precious and exquisitely made. I think I'll order now for myself.
It's not easy to find a good quality depiction of a mallard hen -- most statuettes are of the drake -- perhaps because the markings on the hen are delicate and subtle. The artist has done a wonderful job here, and I'm very happy with it. It occupies an honored place in our home.