Solomon Beasley (NC, 1850-1935), Canvasback

Sea Gull, North Carolina, circa 1880s, carved and painted wood.

Length 17 in.

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

Former collection of John Maddox.

Solomon Beasley was a master carver and created some of the finest decoys to come out of Currituck County. They are extremely rare, difficult to find, and examples are found in the finest southern decoy collections. Beasley is known for carving a pronounced pinch where the bill meets the head.

Old gunning paint with moderate wear.