Ellie Saunders (NC, 1884-1969), Published Canvasback

Poplar Branch, North Carolina, circa 1910, carved and painted wood, published on page 196 of Gunnin' Birds by Kroghie Andresen.

Length 16.75 in.

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

From the Personal Collection of Mr. Kroghie Andresen, Charlotte, North Carolina.
Purchased from Clay Tillet on April 14, 1990 for $1000. Clay Tillet loved telling folks that a man from Charlotte paid such a price for a decoy.

Saunders's wooden decoys are stylish with flat bottoms, sloping body, and dainty but well carved heads.

Original paint with light gunning wear.

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