Churches Island, North Carolina, circa 1940s, carved and painted wood, published on page 146 of Gunnin' Birds by Kroghie Andresen.

Length 17 in.

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

Purchased from Ted Moseley in August, 1992.

Louis O'Neal made his own personal stand of decoys in the 1940s. They have exceptional form with finely carved heads. The decoys in his stand were a combination of puddle and diver ducks. He is widely regarded as one of Currituck County's finest makers.

Original paint with roughness on each side, some wear to top of the head.