Marvin Midgett (NC, 1884-1971), Redhead

Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina, circa 1920, carved and painted wood.

Length 17.5 in.

Former Collection of Kroghie Andresen.

All wood decoy from Marvin Midgett are extremely rare as he typically made canvas over wire birds. A rig mate to this decoy is published on page 315 of Gunnin' Birds by Kroghie Andresen.


Original paint with moderate gunning wear, multiple tight age checks in the body, head slightly lifted.