Early Knotts Island Widgeon

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

Length 13 in.

Widgeons are dabbling ducks known for their distinct appearance, including a white forehead, brownish body, and green eye stripe on the males. These ducks are social and often gather in mixed flocks, making them ideal decoy subjects to attract other waterfowl.

Old gunning paint, working repair to the neck.

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