James "Jim Buck" Beasley (NC, 1890-1973), Coot

Sea Gull, North Carolina, circa 1920, carved and painted wood,

Length 13 in.

Private Collection South Georgia

Former collection of Kroghie Andresen.
Former collection of Ed Johnston.
Former collection of Harold Grimstead.

The Jim Buck Beasley coots are some of the most significant coot decoys from North Carolina. The prominent keel with ballast weight attached add to the unique style of these birds.

Original paint with craquelure to the surface, partially broken bill reset.

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