Harkers Island, North Carolina, circa 2000, carved and painted wood, turned head with glass eyes, raised and carved wing tips and tail, signed CURTIS SALTER / HARKERS ISLAND / N.C. / CURT.

Overall length 16.25 in.

Affectionally known as "Mr Curt", he was one of the original seven men who formed the Core Sound Decoy Carvers Guild. The Guild currently resides in the Curt Salter building. His influence and legacy is immeasurable.

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