Eldon Willis (NC, 1908-1981), Ruddy Duck

Stacy, North Carolina, circa 1961, carved and painted wood, stamped TBW on bottom, having a letter of provenance by Ronnie Wade.

Length: 11.5

From the Collection of Tilford Wade

Gifted to Ronnie Wade in 1961 upon his achievement of high school graduation by his father, Tilford Wade.

An extremely rare species by Eldon Willis. This is the only known example to come to market. Tilword Wade ordered fourteen ruddy ducks from Eldon Willis and they came in two styles.

Original paint, tight age check on the bottom.