Wallace O'Neal, Jr. (NC, 1896-1976), Redhead

Poplar Branch, North Carolina, circa 1930s, carved and painted wood.

Length 16 in.

The Wallace O'Neal, Jr. decoys typically had a large body with high angled heads. The upturned bills on his decoys are his trademark. This is a fine example of his work in regards to form.

Old gunning paint with moderate gunning wear, working repair to neck, tight age check to bottom of tail.