Churches Island, North Carolina, circa 1930s, carved and painted wood.

Length 15.5 in.

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

Former collection of Bea Bearle.
Former collection of Harold Grimstead.

Classic Churches Island style with the small carved paddle tail. Joe Hayman had more style variation than any other Churches Island carver.

Original paint with light gunning wear, working repair to neck, tight wood check to bottom.