Albert Twiford (VA, 1906-1984), Preening Coot

Creeds, Virginia, the epitome of great folk art, sock over foam body with a wooden keel presented in a preening form.

Length 11 in.

From the Personal Collection of Philip and Susan Harvey

Albert was born in Corolla but his family moved to Back Bay around 1915. He probably made this coot while working at the High Point Club.

Original paint.