Walter Beasley (NC, 1876-1953), Canvasback

Knotts Island, North Carolina, circa 1920s, carved and painted wood.

Length 14 in.

The tools of his trade were fishing nets, sinkbox blinds, shallow draft boats, and decoys. He is one of three known NC carvers who utilized the paddle tail. His examples are probably the best.

Old gunning paint worn to wood, multiple tight age checks on tail and chest, hit by shot.

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