Wanchese, North Carolina, circa 1930, carved and painted wood.

Length 15 in.

Wayland was born and raised in Wanchese where he built a life working on the water. His duck decoys are small compared to other carvers from the area but they were very effective on the northern waters of Pamlico Sound. His heads have a forward leaning position which make the decoys appear to be swimming.

Original paint, tight age check on back, age check on bottom.