Avery Tillet (NC, 1903-1963), Goose

Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, circa 1930s, painted canvas over wire construction.

Length 25 in.

An extremely well carved head, wood spine, and an extra thick oval base. This example may have been made in partnership with Manie Haywood due to the oval baseboard.
Exhibited at Duke University 2023.

Original with light gunning wear, some water marks to canvas.