Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina, circa 1930s, painted canvas over wire construction.

Length 24.5 in.

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

Purchased from Norma Barco on June 6, 1999. This was one of the decoys that she and Ralph Barco used in their commercial hunting operation. Norma is the sister of Blanton Saunders.

Manie Haywood's canvas decoys were some of the most sought after on the Outer Banks. Haywood consistently made reliable canvas decoys that rode well in the water and were in demand by guides and clubs.

Original paint with light gunning wear, wear to the edge of the tail.