Walter Beasley (NC, 1876-1953), Published Coot

Knotts Island, North Carolina, circa 1920s, carved and painted wood, aluminum bill, published on page 98 of Gunnin' Birds by Kroghie Andresen.

Length 14 in.

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

Former collection of Tommy O'Connor.

This swimming coot as an aluminum bill and an overall pleasing form.

Original paint, age check down back.