Alvin Harris (NC, 1904-1975), Blue-Winged Teal

Atlantic, North Carolina, circa 1940s, carved and painted wood, turned head to left, raised wing relief carving, branded ARH on bottom.

Length 10.75 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 Joe Taylor on April 12, 2012.
Former collection of Marshall Morris.

Alvin Harris was Carteret County's second finest decoy maker, second only to Mitchell Fulcher. This example was made from balsa salvaged from life raft material of World War II liberty ships. Head turned to the left.

Original paint with light gunning wear.

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