Manie Haywood (NC, 1898-1969), Widgeon

Kill Devil Hills, NC, circa 1930s, painted canvas over wire construction.

Length 15.5 in.

Former collection of Philip Harvey.

Manie Haywood's canvas decoys were some of the most sought after on the Outer Banks. He consistently made reliable canvas decoys that rode well in the water and were in the demand by guides and clubs. This widgeon exhibits fine paint with attractive angel wing speculums.

Original paint, wear to paint on top of the head.