John Williams (VA, 1858-1937), Hen Bluebill

Cedar Island, Virginia, circa 1900, carved and painted wood.

Length 12.5 in.

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

Purchased from Jane Fentress on March 9, 2019. Jane was selling decoys from the collection of her late husband, Billy Fentress. Reggie Waterfield, nephew of John Williams, verified it was made by Williams.

Old gunning paint with moderate wear.