Willie Lewark (NC, 1891-1968), Published Bluebill

Collington, North Carolina, circa 1910, carved and painted wood, published on page 317 of Gunnin' Birds by Kroghie Andresen.

Length 16.5 in.

From the Personal Collection of Mr. Kroghie Andresen, Charlotte, North Carolina

Former collection of Bea Berle.

Willie Lewark's wood decoys were carved in the Kitty Hawk style. His decoy heads have elongated bills which make them stand out.

Original paint worn to bare wood in places.