Ambrose "Hambone" Twiford (NC, 1926-2002), Widgeon

Churches Island, North Carolina, circa 1970, carved and painted wood, nylon cordage, incised AT brand on bottom.

Length 18 in.

Hambone was one of the most respected of all Currituck carvers, producing large birds that rode the Currituck chop well.

Original paint with light gunning wear.