Alphonso "Fonnie" Tillett (NC, 1881-1954), Published Yellowlegs

Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, circa 1890s, carved and painted wood, published on page 161 of Shorebird Decoys of North Carolina by Kroghie Andresen and Philip Harvey.

Length 11.75 in.

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

Purchased from Schiller Martin on April 25, 1991.

Tillet was born and raised in Kitty Hawk. As a young boy, he learned how to hunt, fish, and build boats. He first worked alongside local market hunters, including Bob Perry and Ivey Dowdy.

Photography stand does not convey.

Original paint with light gunning wear.