Norfolk, Virginia, circa 1940, carved and painted wood, canvas over nail bill, published on page 35 of Gunnin' Birds by Kroghie Andresen.

Length 9.75 in.

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

Former collection of Jackie Shannon, a retired Coast Guardsman from Manteo.

Gallop brothers Paul, WB "Dick", and Bruce made these important folksy coot decoys that have a lathe turned spindle head pattern with sail cloth over nail bill. The decoys from this stand are regarded as very important folk art. This decoy was originally made for use in Shipps Bay. It is one of the largest Gallup Brothers Coot decoys to come to market.

Original paint with moderate gunning wear, age check down the back.