Ned Burgess (NC, 1868-1958), Goose

Churches Island, North Carolina, circa 1930s, painted canvas over wire construction.

Length 21 in.

Most people will not dispute that he is one of North Carolina's best decoy makers. He is certainly the most recognized. The Burgess canvas geese have the best form of all the North Carolina carvers. They are relatively small and have curved , well proportioned necks with bills doweled to the head.

Original paint with light gunning wear.