St Clair Midgett (NC, 1894-1965), Swimming Bluebill

Rodanthe, North Carolina, circa 1915, carved and painted wood.

Length 17.5 in.

St Clair Midgett owned a small island in the Pamlico Sound where he established a camp for market hunting and fishing. This black head from his market hunting rig has a prominent swimming posture.

Original paint with even gunning wear, working repair to the neck.