Ellie Saunders (NC, 1884-1969), High Head Goose

Poplar Branch, North Carolina, circa 1940, painted canvas over wire construction.

Length 22 in.

A rare high head example.

Original paint with craquelure to the surface, wear to tip of the bill, working repair to the canvas under the tail, some tape residue at place of the repair, body filled with foam.