Rare Joe Hayman (NC, 1896-1974), Highly Published Gadwall from Bob Morse Stand

Churches Island, North Carolina, circa 1930, carved and painted wood, published on page 176 of Gunnin' Birds by Kroghie Andresen, page 156 of Waterfowl Heritage North Carolina Decoys and Gunning Lore by Neal Conoley, and page 30 of Art Ducko Waterfowl Culture in North Carolina produced by the North Carolina Museum of History.

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.
Former collection of Neal Conoley.
Exhibited at the North Carolina Museum of History in 2008.

Joe Hayman was a neighbor to Bob Morse and helped him make decoys when needed. Hayman was talented and could emulate the Morse style. This gadwall is one of three known to exist. It is a rare and important decoy.

Original paint with light gunning wear, hit by shot.

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