Charlie Waterfield (VA, 1883-1973), Published Black Duck

Knotts Island, Virginia, circa 1910, carved and painted wood, published on page 67 of Gunnin' Birds by Kroghie Andresen.

Length 13.75 in.

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

From the Personal Collection of Mr. Kroghie Andresen, Charlotte, North Carolina.
Purchased from John Kinnard's widow on August 11, 1995.
Former collection of Jim Gibson.

Charlie Waterfield learned decoy making as a kid from mentors John Cannon Waterfield, John Williams, and father in-law, Ivey Stevens. He started working at the False Cape Gun Club around 1910. It is probable that this black duck was made there.

Original paint with moderate gunning wear, working repair to neck.

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