Ned Burgess (NC, 1868-1958), Canvasback

Churches Island, North Carolina, circa 1930s, carved and painted wood.

Length 17 in.

Burgess canvasback decoys were in great demand for many years on Currituck Sound. Ned Burgess met this demand by carving this species more than any other. This is a fine honest example.

Old gunning paint with moderate wear from use.