Atlantic, North Carolina, circa 1960, carved and painted balsa wood, mounted to paine base, published on page 97 of SHOREBIRD DECOYS OF NORTH CAROLINA by Kroghie Andresen and Philip Harvey.

Length 11.25 in.

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

Former collection of Evelyn Harris, Alvin Harris's daughter.

This is a rare and important carving by Alvin Harris who many believe was the second best maker to ever come from Carteret County. He was the bridge between and old school and new school of carvers. His decorative carvings have great influence from John Audubon images. This dove is carved from balsa.

Original paint with light scuffing to tail feather edges, two wood scrapes to wing edge.