Alvin Harris (NC, 1904-1975), Published Beach Robin

Atlantic, North Carolina, 1930s, carved and painted wood, published on pages 92 and 93 of Shorebird Decoys of North Carolina by Kroghie Andresen and Philip Harvey..

Length 9 in.

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

Former collection of Roy Willis and purchased from him in 1985.

This impressive beach robin was carved in the 1930s from 1.75 inch juniper, which allowed Alvin to carve more rounded features in the bird.

Original paint with light gunning wear.