Thomas Caroon (NC, 1906-1977), Widgeon

Poplar Branch, North Carolina, circa 1930s, carved and painted wood, iron nail keel weight.

Length 14.75 in.

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

Former collection of John Althans.

Thomas served as a guide at the Whalehead Club but later moved to Poplar Branch so he could commercial fish. He kept two small stands of decoys. His wooden decoys were primarily widgeon and pintails.

Original paint with light gunning wear.