Knotts Island, North Carolina, circa 2000, carved and painted wood, glass eyes, signed R. WADE / KNOTTS ISLAND, NC.

Length 30.5 in.

Private Collection, Lexington, North Carolina

Ronnie spent all his life on Knotts Island as a waterman, with the exception of four years spent serving in the Marines. His knowledge and appreciation for carving came from the local craftsman, who mentored Ronnie and became life long friends. In his golden years Ronnie served as a guide for the Swan Island Club. He is also a dear friend of Bob Timberlake. His work has been featured in Decoy Magazine and in numerous books.

Original antiqued paint.