Vintage NC Folk Art Alligator, Arliss Watford, (Ahoskie, 1924-1998)

Carved with allover 'scales', a red painted open serrated mouth, glass eyes, inscribed on the bottom in block letters "Hand-carved by Arliss Watford 1944".

21 in.

Watford was a wood carver specializing in local subjects. He was awarded the North Carolina Folk Heritage Award in 1998.

No condition concerns.