Churches Island, North Carolina, circa 1920, carved and painted wood.


Length 16.25 in.

Bob is perhaps, the most iconic decoy maker from Churches Island. His bodies are typically large and thick with a small chipped carved paddle tail, the bodies are sanded smooth and have a gentle drop in the back. He was a gifted carver and took pride in crafting each decoy. A rig mate redhead is published in Decoys A North American Survey by Gene and Linda Kangas.

Original paint worn to bare wood in places, wear to left side of the bill.