Stant White (NC, 1852-1933), Redhead

Bells Island, North Carolina, circa 1900s, carved and painted wood.

Length 15.5 in.

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

Purchased from Bill Tate, Coinjock, NC in 2000.
Former collections of Elijah Tate.
From the Bells Island Club.

Stant White made his decoys for use in the market hunting era. His unique decoys have a folksy but pleasing appearance. The bodies have a deep slant in the breast and are rounded in the back like a boat. They are rare and highly collectible.

Old gunning paint worn to bare wood in places.