gary-bragg-nc-1881-1954-brant-from-the-dr-edgar-burke-rig
Lot 1073
Gary Bragg (NC, 1881-1954), Brant from the Dr. Edgar Burke Rig
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Ocracoke, North Carolina, circa 1920s, carved and painted wood, in paint BURKE can be seen under overcoat of paint.

Length 19 in.

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

Former collection of Sam Jones, last owner of the Green Island Club.

Gary Bragg is Ocracoke's most famous waterfowler. He guided many well-to-do sportsmen who wanted to hunt Ocracoke's storied waters. Dr. Edgar Burke gave Bragg a lot of recognition so many early collectors wanted to add a Bragg brant to their shelves.

Old gunning paint with moderate wear, multiple age checks in the body.