Back Bay, Virginia, circa 1920s, carved and painted wood.

Length 12 in.

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

Pete Craft lived on North Muddy Creek in the upper Back Bay areas. His land was between the properties owned by the Horn Point Club and the Winchester Club. He guided hunters beginning in the 1920s and this coot was made during that time.

Original paint, age check on back and chest.